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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We are seeking a Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician for a 100-day locum tenens assignment in Georgia, beginning Dec 1, 2025. This opportunity offers a flexible schedule with weekday shifts from 11am to 9pm and weekend shifts from 9am to 7pm, working across multiple urgent care centers. The ideal candidate will have recent experience in pediatric...
Location:GA
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - WI
We are seeking a skilled Dentist (DDS or DMD) for a 50-day locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin. This opportunity, available through Barton Associates, requires expertise in general dentistry, emergency cases, root canals, and crowns. The assignment begins on 12/29/2025, with a flexible schedule across two locations. The ideal candidate will be comfortable...
Location:WI
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner for a 13-week locum tenens assignment in New York, starting Jan 5, 2026. This role offers Monday through Friday day shifts in a primary care setting, with a mix of clinical and administrative hours. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable working independently,...
Location:NY
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a board-certified Psychiatrist for a 55-day locum tenens assignment in California. This position starts on Oct 15, 2025, and offers day shifts from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The Psychiatrist will travel to various correctional facilities within the county, overseeing mental health programs and providing direct patient...
Location:CA
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 13-week locum tenens assignment in New York, starting Jan 5, 2026. This full-time day shift opportunity runs Monday through Friday and provides coverage in a high-volume primary care setting with a supportive office staff.Job DetailsLocation: New YorkFacility Type: Primary Care...
Location:NY
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a certified registered nurse anesthetist specializing in anesthesiology for a locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity begins on Sep 29, 2025, and spans 240 days, providing operating room day coverage four to five days per week with shifts typically starting at 8am and ending once cases are completed. Ideal candidates will...
Location:NY
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
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We are seeking an experienced Orthopaedic Surgeon for a 5-day locum tenens assignment in Kentucky. This opportunity begins on Oct 21, 2025, and requires 24-hour call coverage, providing primary orthopedic care including trauma, joint, and fracture repairs. The assignment involves being the sole ortho doctor on call, with responsibilities for callbacks,...
Location:KY
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania beginning Sep 29, 2025. This 101-day opportunity offers a Monday through Thursday schedule, with day shifts from 8:00am to 4:30pm. The ideal candidate will contribute expertise in dentistry and provide high-quality patient care in a dynamic setting.Job DetailsLocation: PennsylvaniaStart...
Location:PA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a 3-day locum tenens assignment in Louisiana starting Nov 14, 2025. This opportunity involves 24-hour weekend call coverage with responsibilities including deliveries, occasional C-sections, and rounding on patients.Job DetailsLocation: LouisianaStart Date: Nov 14, 2025LOA: 3 daysProvider Type...
Location:LA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a licensed Psychologist for a 12-week locum tenens assignment in California, starting tentatively on Oct 27, 2025. This opportunity features day shifts from 10am to 3pm and primarily involves triage and onboarding assessments with undergraduate and graduate students in a diverse academic setting.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Psychology
Provider Type:Psychologist
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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.