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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CRNA - MD
Our client is seeking a skilled Anesthetist for a 104-day assignment in Maryland, starting Jun 1, 2026. This role involves ongoing weekly FTE coverage with 7am to 5pm shifts, focusing on a diverse caseload including general surgery, urology, orthopedics, OB, cardiac surgery, and EP procedures at a community hospital.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide...
Location:MD
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
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CRNA - MD
Our client in Maryland is seeking a skilled Anesthetist for a 104-day assignment beginning Jun 1, 2026. This role involves comprehensive weekly FTE coverage, working 7am to 5pm on a 4x10s schedule. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload including general surgery, urology, orthopedics, OB, cardiac surgery, and EP, providing essential...
Location:MD
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
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We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician for an engaging 52-day assignment in Arizona, commencing Mar 16, 2026. This role involves providing direct and indirect medical care to meet patient healthcare needs, formulating working diagnoses, developing and implementing treatment plans, and evaluating/modifying therapeutic regimens. You will...
Location:AZ
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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Our client in California is actively seeking an Urgent Care Physician for a 40-day assignment starting May 25, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive urgent care services across varied shifts, including 8a-8p and 9a-5p, to meet patient needs efficiently.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide urgent care servicesManage cases involving cold, cough,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for an 80-day assignment in Virginia, starting May 1, 2026. This role involves a 32-hour work week, focusing on providing comprehensive chronic and acute care for employees and their dependents within the school district. You will play a crucial role in supporting the health needs of the...
Location:VA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Our client in California is seeking a Psychiatrist for a 156-day locum tenens assignment, beginning Jun 29, 2026. This Physician will provide essential psychiatric care during evening shifts, Monday through Friday, starting at 3 PM. Responsibilities include conducting client sessions, diagnosing, medication maintenance, chart review, and timely prescribing,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for an 80-day assignment starting May 1, 2026, in Virginia. This role involves providing chronic and acute care for employees and their dependents, with a schedule of 32 hours per week. Join our client's team and make a significant impact on patient health within the community.Responsibilities...
Location:VA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a dedicated Plastic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment with our client in California, starting Mar 30, 2026. This vital role involves providing comprehensive care within the Plastic Surgery and Burn department, including daily 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM shifts, with one dedicated OR day each week. Key responsibilities...
Location:CA
Specialty:Plastic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an Otolaryngology/ENT Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day assignment in California, starting Mar 30, 2026. This role involves an 8a-5p schedule, focusing on follow-ups and outpatient visits for ENT/Otolaryngology/Head and Neck patients, requiring experience with all ENT outpatient cases and TMJ procedures.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide...
Location:CA
Specialty:Otolaryngology/ENT Surgery
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Our client in California is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant - Surgery - Otolaryngology/ENT for a 60-day assignment, beginning Mar 30, 2026. This role involves 8a-5p shifts, with a primary focus on follow-up and outpatient visits for ENT/Otolaryngology/Head and Neck cases. The Physician Assistant will be instrumental in managing all ENT outpatient...
Location:CA
Specialty:Otolaryngology/ENT Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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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.