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 qualified Family Practice Physician Assistant for a fulfilling locum tenens assignment in California. This role, set to commence on Oct 27, 2025, involves managing a panel of chronic care patients at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). The assignment duration is 120 days, with a standard Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM schedule,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California. This role begins on Oct 27, 2025, requiring the physician to manage a chronic care panel of patients, Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. The ideal candidate will be proficient in the Epic EMR system, enhancing the quality of patient care delivered during...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - OH
We are seeking a Dentist specializing in General Dentistry for a one-day locum tenens assignment in Ohio, beginning on Dec 26, 2025. This role requires managing a variety of dental procedures with a focus on extractions and dentures during morning shifts from 8am to 1pm.Job DetailsLocation: OhioStart Date: Dec 26, 2025LOA: 1 dayProvider Type Needed:...
Location:OH
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 48-day locum tenens assignment in California. This role begins on Sep 1, 2025, and involves a schedule of Monday to Wednesday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM. The practitioner will deliver comprehensive primary care services in a dynamic outpatient setting.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Sep 1, 2025LOA:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Dentist - CA
We are currently seeking a skilled Dentist specialized in General Dentistry for a brief locum tenens assignment in California. This role begins on Oct 9, 2025, and spans 2 days, with shifts on Thursday from 7 AM to 4 PM and Friday from 7 AM to 12 PM. The successful candidate will be the sole provider at the facility, focusing on extractions, dentures,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a skilled Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 48-day locum tenens assignment in California, beginning Sep 1, 2025. The role entails working Monday through Wednesday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, focusing on full-scope primary care in a clinic setting that serves all age groups and diverse patient needs, including LGBTQIA and geriatric...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for an OB/GYN Physician to join our healthcare team in Washington. This locum tenens role, starting on Oct 7, 2025, involves a 12-week assignment with an extensive focus on Maternal-Fetal Medicine and general OB-GYN services. You will be scheduled for 3-5 in-house shifts per month, primarily covering 24-hour...
Location:WA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - VA
We are seeking a licensed Dentist specialized in General Dentistry for a 7-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity begins on Sep 11, 2025, and involves day shifts from Monday to Thursday, with an early finish on Friday. The selected candidate will serve as the sole provider, focusing on extractions and dentures.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:VA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a highly skilled Neurological Surgery Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in New Mexico, starting Nov 3, 2025. This six-month position involves night shifts from 6 PM to 6 AM, following a 7-on-7-off schedule, primarily handling adult cases with occasional pediatric patients.Job DetailsLocation: New MexicoStart Date: Nov...
Location:NM
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in New Mexico. This role commences on Oct 20, 2025, requiring Monday to Friday attendance from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The successful candidate will be comfortable treating patients of all ages, handling a broad range of family medicine cases in a rural health clinic setting.Job...
Location:NM
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.