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We are seeking an experienced Hematologist-Oncologist for a locum tenens assignment in Colorado. This opportunity starts on Mar 23, 2026, and spans 95 days, with a clinic-based schedule on Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, plus occasional overnight and weekend call coverage. The physician will primarily care for hematology patients, with...
Location:CO
Specialty:Oncology - Medical
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Medical Oncologist for a locum tenens assignment in Colorado. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, with a 150-day contract, featuring 8-hour day shifts, five days per week, and a rotating weekend call schedule. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive oncology care and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality...
Location:CO
Specialty:Oncology - Medical
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a board-certified Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist for a 91-day locum tenens assignment in Colorado, starting Dec 15, 2025. This position features a flexible schedule with normal shifts followed by call coverage on weeknights and weekends, and requires full-time availability to accommodate consultative and perinatology services.Job...
Location:CO
Specialty:Maternal Fetal Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a dedicated Medical Oncologist Physician for an engaging 260-day locum tenens assignment in Colorado. Starting May 4, 2026, this role involves a Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM schedule. The Physician will be responsible for diagnosing diseases, providing appropriate treatment, maintaining patient-centered communication, meticulous...
Location:CO
Specialty:Oncology - Medical
Provider Type:Physician
Our client is seeking a Medical Oncology Physician for a 130-day assignment in Colorado, beginning Apr 20, 2026. This role involves diagnosing and treating patients, providing appropriate treatment, documenting care, leading the clinical team, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with...
Location:CO
Specialty:Oncology - Medical
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Colorado is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Hospitalist Physician for a 34-day assignment starting Mar 22, 2026. This role involves 24-hour call shifts, focusing on attending C-sections and deliveries, managing a newborn nursery, and providing care for a variety of pediatric cases.Responsibilities and DutiesAttend C-sections and deliveries.Manage...
Location:CO
Specialty:Pediatric Hospitalist
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an Occupational Medicine Physician for a 60-day assignment in Colorado, starting Mar 2, 2026. This full-time role involves taking over an established patient panel, working 8 AM to 5 PM, and focusing on the evaluation and management of various occupational injuries and conditions, including musculoskeletal issues, head injuries, lacerations,...
Location:CO
Specialty:Occupational Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Colorado is seeking a skilled Medical Oncologist Physician for a 130-day assignment starting Apr 6, 2026. This role involves a Monday-Friday, 8a-5p schedule where you will diagnose and treat diseases, communicate treatment options, prevent illness, and ensure accurate medical record documentation. Key responsibilities include prescribing...
Location:CO
Specialty:Oncology - Medical
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Colorado is actively seeking a dedicated Occupational Medicine Physician for a 60-day assignment starting Mar 16, 2026. This role involves taking over an established patient panel, working consistent 8 AM to 5 PM shifts with a one-hour lunch, and managing a diverse range of occupational musculoskeletal injuries, work-related lacerations,...
Location:CO
Specialty:Occupational Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
We are actively seeking a dedicated Occupational Medicine Physician for a rewarding 60-day locum tenens assignment in Colorado, beginning Feb 16, 2026. This vital role involves managing an existing patient panel, ensuring seamless continuity of care. The schedule for this position is 8 AM to 5 PM, including a dedicated one-hour lunch break, providing...
Location:CO
Specialty:Occupational 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 Colorado typically earn an average of $150,773 per year.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $244,640 a year.
Physicians in Colorado are required to complete 30 hours of CME every year, starting in 2026. Currently physicians only need to complete two hours of training per licensing cycle, specifically for opioid prescribing and other substance use disorder treatments.
Yes, new graduates can work in Colorado 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.