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.
What’s it like to work as a physician in California? Visit our Physician Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in California here.
Looking to work your next physician job in California, but aren’t licensed in the state yet? If you’re already licensed to practice as a physician in another state, our expert licensing team will work with you to secure your California physician license, on us.
We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician for our client in California, starting Apr 13, 2026, for a 60-day assignment. This full-time role operates Monday-Friday, from 8am to 5pm, and involves providing comprehensive care including routine check-ups, preventive services, chronic disease management, and treatment for acute illnesses.Responsibilities...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
Our client is seeking a skilled Physician specializing in Obstetrics/Gynecology for a 44-day assignment in California, commencing Jul 25, 2026. This role involves 24-hour shifts covering high and low risk deliveries, c-sections, ultrasounds, various gynecological surgeries and procedures including IUD insertions, cystoscopies, colposcopies, and cryosurgeries,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in California is seeking a skilled Urologist for a 120-day assignment starting Jul 6, 2026. This role involves a mix of clinic, call, and surgical duties, focusing on a broad range of urology cases, including procedures like vasectomy, cystectomy, and robotic surgery. The typical shift is 8 am to 5 pm, with a flexible call schedule including...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urology Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in California is actively seeking a skilled OB/GYN Physician for a 60-day assignment starting Jun 1, 2026. This role involves a Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM schedule, focusing on essential office-based procedures such as biopsies, IUD placement, and Nexplanon insertions, alongside comprehensive routine OB visits and women's wellness...
Location:CA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
We are actively seeking a dedicated Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for an engaging 60-day assignment with our esteemed client in California, commencing on Apr 27, 2026. This critical role entails a consistent schedule of 5-8s shifts, primarily centered around providing comprehensive women's health services within a bustling full outpatient clinic...
Location:CA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in California is actively seeking a skilled Dermatologist Physician to join their team for a 120-day assignment, commencing on May 25, 2026. This vital role involves tackling a backlog of outpatient dermatology cases, with shifts typically running from 7:30 AM to 6 PM. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a diverse array of dermatological...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dermatology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a dedicated Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician for a 120-day assignment starting Jun 1, 2026, in California. This role involves providing full scope colon & rectal surgery, with a preference for laparoscopic experience, including use of the DaVinci robot. The schedule includes clinic hours from 8AM-5PM and 24-hour call.Responsibilities...
Location:CA
Specialty:Colon and Rectal Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a skilled Radiologist Physician for our client in California, for a 24-day assignment starting May 11, 2026. This role involves weekend shifts from 8 AM to 6 PM, focusing on a diverse mix of MRI, CT, ultrasound, and plain film interpretations. The ideal candidate will have experience in body imaging, as the position does not require nuclear...
Location:CA
Specialty:Radiology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a skilled Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a 60-day assignment in California, commencing Apr 20, 2026. This role involves 24-hour in-house Laborist shifts, providing comprehensive care across various obstetric cases, including low-risk pregnancies, FHR interpretation, OB ultrasounds, routine deliveries, and managing complicated deliveries...
Location:CA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in California is seeking a dedicated Geriatrics Physician for an 80-day assignment starting Mar 23, 2026. This role involves working 8a-5p, primarily within a PACE Program, providing comprehensive care for highly complex geriatric patients, including rounding at skilled nursing facilities and managing chronic conditions.Responsibilities and...
Location:CA
Specialty:Internal Medicine
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 California typically earn an average of $136,219 per year.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $251,640 a year.
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.
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.
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.
