Physician Jobs in California
Looking for physician jobs in California? Barton Associates specializes in locum tenens physician jobs, with well over a decade of experience placing locum tenens physicians on short and long-term assignments throughout the US.
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California. This role begins on Oct 6, 2025, and involves a Monday to Friday schedule, 8 AM to 5 PM. The successful candidate will manage a panel of patients, focusing on chronic care within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment. Experience with the...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Cardiologist for a 64-day locum tenens assignment in California starting Oct 23, 2025. This opportunity involves a 4-day workweek at a clinic, designated procedure days, and call responsibilities with an average of 3-4 calls per shift.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Oct 23, 2025LOA: 64 daysProvider Type Needed: CardiologistSchedule:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a locum tenens role in California. This full-scope primary care position begins on Sep 1, 2025, offering a 96-day contract with day shifts from Monday to Friday. The ideal candidate will manage a variety of cases including acute care, behavioral health, and outpatient follow-up for substance abuse, with...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Neonatologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Dec 1, 2025. This critical role involves 24/7 coverage with 24-hour shifts, demanding a quick response to neonatal intensive care needs, particularly in a NICU setting.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Dec 1, 2025LOA: 120 daysProvider Type Needed: NeonatologistSchedule:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Neonatology
Provider Type:Physician
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Our client is seeking a qualified Orthopedic Surgeon for a locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Nov 24, 2025, and involves 24-hour call shifts from a hotel with a 30-minute response time, providing ongoing coverage for 7 days. The role expects 1-2 procedures per day.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Nov 24, 2025LOA:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon for a 5-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Nov 24, 2025. The role involves 24-hour call shifts, managing ortho-trauma cases with an average of 2-3 procedures per day. This position requires fluency in Epic EMR and offers a dynamic environment with a fully staffed clinic for follow-ups.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Hematology/Oncologist for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in California, beginning Sep 1, 2025. This role involves day shifts from Monday to Friday, primarily in an office/clinic setting with a minor hospital component, managing an estimated 16 patients per day.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Sep 1, 2025LOA: 30 daysProvider...
Location:CA
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a qualified Allergist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting on Sep 1, 2025. This role involves basic allergy work, primarily on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The ideal candidate should have experience working with multiple demographics.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Sep 1, 2025LOA:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Allergy
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Pediatrician for a 60-day locum tenens assignment beginning on Aug 25, 2025, in California. This opportunity involves flexible scheduling, allowing for either 4-day weeks with 10-hour shifts or 5-day weeks with 8-hour shifts, between the hours of 7:30 AM and 6 PM. The ideal candidate will have experience in tribal health or FQHC settings,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a locum tenens role in California. This opportunity starts on Oct 20, 2025, and offers a structured work schedule from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, over an 80-day assignment. The selected candidate will be the sole physician in the clinic, supervising APPs and must be proficient with the Epic EMR system.Job...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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California Physician Job FAQs
What are locum tenens physician jobs?
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.
How much do physicians generally earn in California?
According to ZipRecruiter, physicians in California typically earn an average of $136,219 per year.
How much does a family practice physician earn in California?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $251,640 a year.
What are the continuing education requirements for physicians in California?
MD physicians in California are required to complete 50 hours of CME every two years. DO physicians are required to complete 100 hours of CME every two years.
Can new grads work physician jobs in California?
Yes, new graduates can work in California as long as they receive the proper licensing and certification specific to their state. Check out our physician licensing guide to get started.
What is the highest paying physician specialty?
The highest paying physician specialties include neurosurgery, thoracic, and orthopedic surgery. Highly technical surgical specialties like these earn around $600,000 a year.
What is the job outlook for physicians?
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.