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 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 General Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Alabama. This sole provider opportunity begins on Sep 29, 2025, and spans a 2-day duration, with day shifts from 8 AM to 5 PM. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in general dentistry and be proficient in extractions and dentures.Job DetailsLocation: AlabamaStart...
Location:AL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Dentist for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Indiana starting Oct 13, 2025. This opportunity offers a Monday, Thursday, and Friday schedule from 9am to 5pm. The dentist will provide crucial dental services, including hygiene checks, fillings, molar endodontic procedures, and root canals.Job DetailsLocation: IndianaStart Date: Oct...
Location:IN
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Dermatology Physician Assistant for a 51-day locum tenens assignment in New Hampshire, starting Nov 20, 2025. This role offers a set weekday schedule: every Thursday and Friday, plus the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, with daytime hours. The ideal candidate will have prior dermatology experience and will provide general dermatology...
Location:NH
Specialty:Dermatology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a board-certified Gastroenterologist for a 113-week locum tenens assignment in Nebraska, starting Nov 3, 2025. This role features inpatient consult service with day shifts Monday through Friday, scheduled non-advanced endoscopy, and rotating night and weekend call coverage. The ideal candidate has experience in both inpatient and outpatient...
Location:NE
Specialty:Gastroenterology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Dermatology Nurse Practitioner for a 51-day locum tenens assignment in New Hampshire, starting Nov 20, 2025. This opportunity consists of shifts every Thursday and Friday, as well as the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, with daytime hours. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated dermatology experience and be comfortable providing...
Location:NH
Specialty:Dermatology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Orthopedic Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This position begins on Nov 17, 2025, and offers weekday shifts with flexible hours, including early morning and evening options. The assignment focuses on first assist duties in orthopedic surgery, primarily total joints and sports...
Location:NC
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Dermatologist for a locum tenens opportunity in New Hampshire. This assignment begins Nov 20, 2025, and spans 51 days, with a consistent schedule of Thursdays and Fridays, plus the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month. The position involves providing general dermatology care to patients of all ages in a dynamic clinical environment.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:NH
Specialty:Dermatology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking experienced Orthopedic Surgery Nurse Practitioners for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Nov 17, 2025, and offers day and evening shifts, Monday through Friday. The assignment focuses on first assist duties in orthopedic surgery, mainly total joints and sports medicine cases.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:NC
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a board-certified Cardiologist for a locum tenens assignment in Indiana, starting Oct 13, 2025, for 60 days. This opportunity features 12-hour in-house call shifts from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with a one week on, one week off schedule. The ideal candidate will provide dedicated cardiology care and ensure consistent coverage during overnight...
Location:IN
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
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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.