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We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician for a 3-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Dec 24, 2025. The schedule includes two 12-hour day shifts and one 12-hour day shift with varying hours. The ideal candidate will have recent ER experience in similar sized facilities and be comfortable working with Epic EMR.Job...
Location:NC
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Hematologist/Oncologist for a locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins Dec 29, 2025, for a 4-week contract in an outpatient clinic with an infusion center (14 chairs). The position offers a Monday to Thursday day schedule and a half-day on Friday.Job DetailsLocation: North CarolinaFacility Type: Outpatient...
Location:NC
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a board-certified Vascular Surgeon for a 72-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, with day shifts from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week. The role focuses on inpatient consults, vascular access device management, and care for ischemic limbs in collaboration...
Location:NC
Specialty:Vascular Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for an 18-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Aug 4, 2025. The schedule consists of 24-hour shifts and includes dates throughout January to April. This role involves managing approximately 400-500 deliveries per year in a setting with a Level 2 special care nursery and providing...
Location:NC
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a board-certified Radiation Oncologist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Apr 6, 2026. The position offers day shifts, Monday through Friday, with working hours from 8 am to 4 pm. This role involves a balance of new consults, follow-ups, and participation in tumor boards, supporting a busy clinical practice...
Location:NC
Specialty:Radiation Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Pathologist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting on Mar 2, 2026. This opportunity features day shifts, Monday through Friday, with a schedule of 8am to 5pm for two weeks each month. The position involves a variety of tumor board cases and hands-on grossing duties within a collaborative team environment.Job...
Location:NC
Specialty:Pathology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Board Certified Pediatric Hospitalist for a locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This 90-day opportunity begins Dec 8, 2025, and involves 14 shifts per month with 12-hour day or night shifts. The role focuses on pediatric and newborn hospitalist care, utilizing Cerner EMR.Job DetailsLocation: North CarolinaStart Date: Dec 8, 2025LOA:...
Location:NC
Specialty:Pediatric Hospitalist
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an experienced Hematologist/Oncologist for a locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and spans 104 days, with day shifts scheduled Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm. The ideal candidate will provide specialized care for approximately 15 patients per day in a setting utilizing the Epic...
Location:NC
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a board-certified Pathologist specializing in blood banking and transfusion medicine for a locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Feb 16, 2026, and spans 120 days, offering a consistent Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm schedule. The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of experience in the...
Location:NC
Specialty:Pathology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a board-certified Trauma Surgeon for a locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Jan 5, 2026, with a 36-day contract. This opportunity offers a flexible schedule of 5 to 10 shifts per month, covering 12-hour day and night shifts. The ideal candidate will have advanced trauma life support skills and demonstrated proficiency with...
Location:NC
Specialty:Trauma Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
Locum tenens physician 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. Locum and travel physicians hold all the same qualifications as a permanent physician, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
According to ZipRecruiter, physicians in North Carolina typically earn an average of $129,873 per year.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $225,170 a year.
Physicians in North Carolina are required to complete 60 hours of CME every three years.
Yes, new graduates can work in North Carolina as long as they receive the proper licensing and certification specific to their state. Check out our physician licensing guide to get started.
The highest paying physician specialties include neurosurgery, thoracic, and orthopedic surgery. Highly technical surgical specialties like these earn around $600,000 a year.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the number of physician and surgeon jobs will increase by 3% between 2022 and 2032. About 24,200 openings for physicians and surgeons are projected each year.