Locum Tenens Jobs for Healthcare Providers
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Every day, Barton Associates lists new locum tenens job openings from healthcare facilities and practices nationwide in a wide variety of medical specialties.
Search now to find top locum tenens jobs for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, dentists, psychologists, and more!
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Unlike temp jobs, locum tenens jobs run for a pre-determined period of time, but many locum tenens jobs include an option for extension.
Locum medical providers hold all the same qualifications as their perm counterparts, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
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Dentist - MI
We are seeking a skilled General Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Michigan, beginning Feb 2, 2026. This 15-day opportunity involves serving as the sole provider with day shifts from 8am to 5pm and a schedule spanning multiple long weekends throughout February and early March. The ideal candidate must be proficient in extractions, dentures, and...
Location:MI
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced General Dentist for a 1-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Texas. This opportunity begins on Dec 30, 2025, and follows an 8am-5:30pm day shift. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive general dentistry services, including surgical extractions, dentures, and crown and bridge procedures. This locum role...
Location:TX
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Texas. This 36-day contract starts on Jan 9, 2026, and offers a flexible schedule with available AM, PM, and extended shifts. The provider must be ready to independently manage a full spectrum of urgent care cases without clinical training.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:TX
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting Jan 9, 2026. The role requires flexibility for AM, PM, and extended shifts, including 8-hour and potential 15-hour schedules. The provider will be the sole practitioner on site and must be ready to handle all urgent care presentations...
Location:TX
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a board-certified Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician for a locum tenens assignment in Nevada. This opportunity begins on Feb 16, 2026, with a 120-day assignment involving 24-hour shifts. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in a community pediatric emergency department and must currently be clinically active.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:NV
Specialty:Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board-certified Gastroenterologist for a 34-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri. This opportunity starts Dec 29, 2025, and offers day shifts from 8 am to 5 pm with scheduled coverage on select weeks through Mar 2026. The ideal candidate will have recent GI case logs and experience working with the Epic EMR system.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:MO
Specialty:Gastroenterology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a 94-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois starting Dec 26, 2025. This position offers a combination of on-call and clinic-based schedules, including OB on-call hospitalist coverage and daytime inpatient and clinic responsibilities. The ideal candidate will deliver comprehensive care within...
Location:IL
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board-certified Hematologist/Oncologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Idaho. This opportunity begins Jan 12, 2026, with day shifts from 8:00a to 4:30p, Monday through Friday, and includes night and weekend call coverage when scheduled. The assignment takes place in a department with no APP supervision or admissions required....
Location:ID
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Dentist with a strong background in pediatric care for a locum to perm opportunity in Ohio. This 120-day locum tenens assignment begins on Dec 8, 2025, and offers a consistent Monday through Thursday schedule with day shifts. The ideal candidate is enrolled in Medicaid or willing to enroll and is comfortable working alongside...
Location:OH
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Alaska, starting Mar 27, 2026. This 186-day contract features day shifts from 8am to 4:30pm, plus on-call weekend and weeknight coverage. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience and is comfortable working as the sole provider in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity...
Location:AK
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Who We Work With
Locum Tenens Jobs In Hundreds of Provider Types and Specialties
Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner Jobs
From advance practice and pain management, to primary care, your specialty is needed for our open locum tenens nurse practitioner jobs!
Hospitals, practices, and healthcare companies are turning to locum tenens nurse practitioners (NPs) to manage growing patient populations with the United States, including Nurse Practitioners specializing in Family Practice, Psychiatry, Urgent Care, Pediatric, Emergency Medicine, Neurology, and dozens of other specialties.
Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Jobs
Demand for locum tenens physician assistants (PAs) is at an all-time high, which means it is a great time to take advantage of the freedom, flexibility, and unmatched earning potential that comes with locum tenens PA jobs!
In-demand PA roles include family practice, urgent care, addiction medicine, pediatrics, wound care, surgery, and more!
Locum Tenens Dentist Jobs
Locum tenens dentist jobs are one of the fastest growing segments of the industry. Locum dentists are in demand in a variety of specialties including General Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Orthodontics, and Periodontics.
Barton works with locum dentists in all 50 states for a variety of exciting opportunities. Locum dentists can make up to 56% more than their perm dentist counterparts.
Locum Tenens Physician Jobs
The number of doctor locum tenens jobs grows every day as more companies, practices, and hospitals turn to locum tenens physicians to fill their vacant positions.
Whether you’re a doctor who is board certified or non-board certified, Barton has an opportunity for you.
In-demand jobs include Cardiology, Ob/Gyns, Family Practice, Pedatrics, and Surgery of all specialties.
Locum Tenens Job FAQs
Do Locum Tenens Jobs Include Malpractice Insurance?
Yes! Barton Associates offers free comprehensive malpractice insurance to all healthcare professionals who work with us. Our claims-made insurance is furnished by an “A”-rated insurance company and includes tail coverage for all providers. Learn more about our malpractice insurance here.
Can New Grads Work Locum Tenens Jobs?
Yes! Locum tenens is a great way to gain experience, as well as explore a specialty to see if it’s right for you.
While some locum tenens healthcare jobs require a prerequisite amount of experience or skill set, many others do not. New graduates can also increase their chances of securing a locum tenens healthcare role with in-demand certifications.
The easiest way to find a job as a new graduate is to connect with a dedicated Barton recruiter, who can find you an open job that matches your needs and skill set.
Who Works Locum Tenens Jobs?
Although locum tenens work has its roots in the 1970s when American rural areas required additional physician staffing for their medically underserved populations, the industry has expanded to included healthcare providers of all types in all 50 states.
More than 85% of healthcare facilities rely on locum work, including locum nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and dentists.
Do Locum Tenens Jobs Pay More?
Yes! Locum tenens jobs are not directly comparable with perm jobs because permanent providers are salaried, while locum tenens are paid an hourly rate, but locum tenens providers typically outearn perm providers on an hourly basis, sometimes earning more than twice as much as their perm counterparts.
There are a variety of reasons locum tenens workers often earn more than their perm counterparts. This is partly because facilities use locum jobs to fill in urgent vacancy, often for in-demand roles, and pay competitively as a result. Variations in pay can also result from location, experience, urgency, and a long list of other variables. Check out our locum tenens salary guides to learn how much more you might earn in a locum role.
How Do I Find Locum Tenens Jobs Near Me?
We place healthcare professionals in all 50 states. Find locum tenens jobs near you or choose an assignment in another state – travel expenses are covered by Barton.
To filter by location, select the state dropdown filter to limit locum job listings to the states of your choice. You can also connect to a recruiter who can recommend listings based on your qualifications and desired work locales.