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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!
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.
We are actively seeking an experienced Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a compelling 38-day locum tenens assignment with our client in New Mexico, commencing Jul 3, 2026. This vital role involves providing comprehensive 24-hour call coverage, typically in 8a-8a shifts, and encompasses a broad spectrum of OB/GYN cases, including FHR interpretation,...
Location:NM
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Hawaii is seeking a skilled Physician specializing in Urology for a 9-day assignment starting Sep 10, 2026. This role involves a mix of clinic and operating room duties over a 3-day work week, with daily shifts from 8a-5p. The Urologist will be responsible for clinical care, consultations, follow-ups, and managing various urological conditions,...
Location:HI
Specialty:Urology Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
Our client is seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 120-day assignment starting Aug 10, 2026, in Arizona. This role involves working 8-5 shifts in an outpatient primary care clinic located within a hospital, where you will provide care for general family practice and internal medicine cases, including an Indian patient population.Responsibilities...
Location:AZ
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in PA is seeking an experienced Interventional Cardiologist for a 13-day assignment starting May 11, 2026. This role involves covering 12-hour and 24-hour shifts, focusing on STEMI call, urgent cath needs, and inpatient rounding. The physician will provide critical cardiac care, ensuring comprehensive patient management within a supportive...
Location:PA
Specialty:Interventional Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Dentist for an engaging 152-day assignment in Indiana, starting Jun 1, 2026. This role involves comprehensive general dentistry, including hygiene checks, fillings, crown and bridge procedures, simple extractions, and managing emergency walk-ins. The schedule is structured, with shifts Monday from 10am to 5pm, Tuesday through Thursday...
Location:IN
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking an experienced Internal Medicine Physician to join our client in Washington for a 60-day locum tenens assignment, commencing Jul 9, 2026. This vital role involves providing comprehensive internal medicine care, including the management of trauma and pediatric cases, within a consistent Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm schedule. The...
Location:WA
Specialty:Internal Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in California is actively seeking a proficient Physician - Dermatologist for a focused 9-day assignment beginning Jul 6, 2026. This vital role operates on a standard day schedule from 8:00 to 17:00, primarily involving the performance of biopsies, comprehensive management of cases not suitable for photo review, and specialized care for pediatric...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dermatology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a dedicated Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner for a 90-day assignment in Indiana, starting May 11, 2026. This role involves comprehensive patient care, including daily inpatient rounding, new consults, and discharge management, complemented by diverse OR duties such as EVH and first assisting on complex cardiac,...
Location:IN
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a 67-day assignment with our client in Indiana, beginning Jun 8, 2026. This locum tenens opportunity involves providing general dentistry services, with a schedule of Monday to Wednesday from 8 AM to 5 PM and Thursdays from 7 AM to 3 PM. The role requires an experienced professional proficient in a variety of...
Location:IN
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a skilled Cardiovascular & Thoracic Physician Assistant for a 90-day assignment in Indiana, commencing May 11, 2026. This role involves daily inpatient rounding, managing new consults, facilitating patient discharges, and significant operating room duties including EVH and first assisting on cases. The schedule includes 7am-4:30pm...
Location:IN
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
