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 Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a one-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois on Feb 25, 2026. This opportunity features a morning shift from 7a to 12p and is ideal for professionals with experience in dermatology or skin cancer screenings, including new graduates who gained relevant experience during their clinical rotations.Job...
Location:IL
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a board-certified Family Practice Physician for a 115-day locum tenens assignment in Michigan. This opportunity begins on Feb 9, 2026, with some flexibility for an earlier start if interviewed and credentialed promptly. Enjoy a consistent Monday through Friday daytime schedule, working 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.Job DetailsLocation: MichiganStart...
Location:MI
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - TX
We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Texas, specializing in general dentistry. This opportunity begins on Apr 13, 2026, and spans 72 days, with a Monday through Thursday schedule featuring varying daytime hours. Proficiency with Dentrix dental software is required. The ideal candidate will possess current Basic Life...
Location:TX
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Pulmonary Critical Care Physician for a locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania. This opportunity begins on Feb 2, 2026, and spans 84 days, involving day shifts in an outpatient pulmonary clinic Monday through Friday, along with night and weekend call coverage for a closed ICU at a Trauma center. The role is ideal for a physician experienced...
Location:PA
Specialty:Pulmonary Critical Care
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Feb 2, 2026, and involves 24-hour in-house OB Laborist shifts, with a typical schedule of 7-14 shifts per month. The ideal candidate will provide inpatient obstetric and gynecologic care, ensuring continuous coverage...
Location:CA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board-certified Otolaryngologist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Mar 2, 2026. This opportunity features weekday clinic hours from 8 am to 5 pm, plus night and weekend call coverage. The assignment is ideal for a skilled ENT specialist looking for a dynamic locum role and the chance to provide essential ENT...
Location:CA
Specialty:Otolaryngology/ENT Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Indiana, starting Jan 20, 2026. This 1-day opportunity features a weekday schedule: Monday through Thursday from 8am to 5pm, and Friday from 8am to 2pm with no lunch. The dentist will serve as the sole provider, performing general dentistry procedures including extractions and dentures.Job...
Location:IN
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a 13-day locum tenens assignment in Tennessee. This opportunity begins on Mar 13, 2026, and features 24-hour call shifts from 7a to 7a across several multi-day blocks in March and April. The ideal candidate will be confident handling a variety of obstetrics and gynecology cases and procedures.Job...
Location:TN
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a skilled Surgery Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in New York beginning on Mar 2, 2026. This 48-day opportunity features flexible 12 or 24-hour shifts, including both day and night schedules, and requires strong transvaginal ultrasound skills and experience with GYN cases. The position includes first assist responsibilities...
Location:NY
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a locum tenens assignment in West Virginia. This opportunity begins on Feb 23, 2026, and spans 84 days, featuring 24-hour call shifts from 7a to 7a and one clinic half-day per week, two weeks per month. The ideal candidate will be board certified in adult cardiac surgery and hold current ACLS and BLS certifications.Job...
Location:WV
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
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.