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We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a locum tenens assignment in Washington. This opportunity begins on Apr 6, 2026, and spans 140 days, offering a mix of Monday-Friday clinic hours, 1 twenty-four-hour call day per week, and 1 weekend call per month. The assignment involves both clinic work and call coverage, with Epic as the...
Location:WA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
A hospital in Washington is seeking a skilled Pediatric Hospitalist for a 10-day locum tenens assignment starting on 07/18/2025. This role involves providing 24-hour call coverage for urgent needs, with initial dates from July 18th to 21st (with possible extension to July 22nd) and December 23rd to 29th. Additional dates from September to November...
Location:WA
Specialty:Pediatric Hospitalist
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Washington. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and features day shifts from 8 am to 5 pm, with potential flexibility for part-time scheduling if the provider is available for two or three weeks per month. The role focuses on developmental and behavioral...
Location:WA
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Vascular Surgeon for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Washington, starting Apr 6, 2026. This position involves 24-hour call shifts from Monday to Monday morning, with no clinic responsibilities. The surgeon will handle all general vascular and endovascular procedures, responding to consults for the hospital.Job DetailsLocation: WashingtonStart...
Location:WA
Specialty:Vascular Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Hematology/Oncology Physician for a 48-week locum tenens assignment in Washington. This opportunity starts on Oct 6, 2025, and requires the provider to work Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The physician will handle new patient appointments, develop treatment plans, and consult with a specialized AOCNP on staff.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:WA
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an Endocrinologist for a locum tenens assignment in Washington. This opportunity begins on Mar 9, 2026, for a 60-day assignment and features day shifts, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. The role focuses on answering service pager services for hospital patients during business hours.Job DetailsLocation: WashingtonStart Date: Mar 9,...
Location:WA
Specialty:Endocrinology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an Endocrinologist for a locum tenens assignment in Washington. This opportunity begins on Mar 9, 2026, and spans 72 days, featuring standard day shifts from 8:00 to 17:00. The ideal candidate will provide specialized care in endocrinology, ensuring high-quality service during this assignment.Job DetailsLocation: WashingtonStart Date:...
Location:WA
Specialty:Endocrinology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a board-certified Gastroenterologist for a locum tenens assignment in Washington. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, and spans 84 days. The role features 24-hour on-call shifts, averaging 14 to 21 shifts per month, with typical daily callback hours. This position is ideal for a Gastroenterologist comfortable with both inpatient rounding...
Location:WA
Specialty:Gastroenterology
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 Washington typically earn an average of $168,812 per year.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $236,920 a year.
MD physicians in Washington are required to complete 200 hours of CME every four years. This includes a one-time, six hour CE course in suicide assessment, treatment, and management. DO physicians must complete 150 hours of CME every three years. Sixty of those must be Category 1, and they also must complete the six hour CE course on suicide. These physicians also have a one hour CE requirement if they wish to prescribe opioids.
Yes, new graduates can work in Washington 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.