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 Cardiology Physician Assistant for a 100-day locum tenens assignment in Oregon beginning Mar 2, 2026. This opportunity features a Monday through Friday schedule, 8 am to 5 pm, offering a structured workweek in an established cardiology setting. Candidates must have current Oregon licensure and the required certifications.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:OR
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a board-certified Urologist for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Massachusetts, starting Jan 26, 2026. This opportunity involves providing advanced urological care, with responsibilities encompassing general urology, endoscopic procedures, and laparoscopic surgeries. Schedule details will be provided.Job DetailsLocation: MassachusettsStart...
Location:MA
Specialty:Urology Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Cardiology Nurse Practitioner for a 100-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Oregon. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, and features a consistent weekday schedule from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cardiology and be comfortable providing advanced cardiac...
Location:OR
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Dentist - CT
We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a 70-day locum tenens assignment in Connecticut. This opportunity starts on Feb 23, 2026, and offers a Monday through Friday schedule with standard day shifts from 8am to 5pm. The ideal candidate will provide a broad range of general dentistry services in a high-volume denture clinic serving Medicaid, Medicare, and...
Location:CT
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Barton Associates is seeking a skilled Dentist specializing in General Dentistry for a locum tenens position at a Dentistry Clinic in Missouri. This 70-day assignment begins on 02/23/2026, with a potential for extension. The ideal candidate will work a varied schedule, including full and half days, Monday through Friday. The locum will be responsible...
Location:MO
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a board-certified Cardiologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Louisiana, starting May 25, 2026. This opportunity offers a flexible clinic schedule, with standard outpatient cardiology duties and options for four or five clinic days per week.Job DetailsLocation: LouisianaStart Date: May 25, 2026LOA: 120 daysProvider...
Location:LA
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board-certified Cardiologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Louisiana starting May 25, 2026. This opportunity features a clinic-based schedule five days a week, with call every 2-3 weekends and flexibility for four-day clinic weeks during non-call periods. The assignment covers a range of non-invasive cardiology cases in both...
Location:LA
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Doctor for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This role begins on Mar 1, 2026, and requires 12-hour emergency department coverage with both night and day shifts available. The schedule offers 5-10+ shifts per month on an ongoing basis, providing a dynamic opportunity to deliver high-quality...
Location:NY
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - AR
We are seeking a skilled Dentist with experience in general dentistry for a 4-day locum tenens assignment in Arkansas. Starting Mar 16, 2026, this opportunity features day shifts with hours from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, and a shorter shift on the final day. The ideal candidate must be proficient in surgical and simple extractions as well as denture procedures,...
Location:AR
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a locum tenens OB Laborist assignment in Texas. This opportunity begins on Apr 6, 2026, and spans a 60-day assignment, offering 24-hour in-house call shifts (7am-7am) with a typical schedule of 6-10 shifts per month. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive inpatient obstetric and gynecological...
Location:TX
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
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.