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We are seeking a Physician specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation for a 42-day locum tenens assignment in Louisiana. This position begins on Oct 1, 2025, and involves day shifts from 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, with additional weekend call duties and inpatient rounding. The role focuses on EEG clinic coverage, inpatient rehab,...
Location:LA
Specialty:Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Urologic Surgeon for a 42-day locum tenens assignment in Louisiana, starting Oct 1, 2025. This role involves clinic and call coverage with a flexible schedule that includes day shifts from 8am-5pm, Monday to Friday, and additional weekend and weeknight call duties.Job DetailsLocation: LouisianaStart Date: Oct 1, 2025LOA: 42 daysProvider...
Location:LA
Specialty:Urology Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a skilled Family Practice Physician for a 70-day locum tenens assignment in Louisiana, starting 06/23/2025. This position focuses primarily on workers' compensation follow-up visits, requiring the ability to document work-related injuries based on patient statements and connect injuries to work-related incidents. The schedule is...
Location:LA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a licensed Podiatrist for a 48-day locum tenens assignment in Louisiana, starting on Sep 1, 2025. This position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with some flexibility. The Podiatrist will deliver foot care treatments including routine nail maintenance and diabetic foot care, primarily visiting homes and nursing...
Location:LA
Specialty:Podiatry
Provider Type:Physician
Louisiana is the site of your next locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for an optometrist to begin coverage in late April. Hours include 8:30a - 4p shifts for 4 days per week. The selected locum will be handling eye exams, ocular diseases, glasses, and other optometry cases. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. Learn...
Location:LA
Specialty:Optometry
Provider Type:Physician
Your next locum tenens opportunity awaits in Louisiana! Our client is looking for an optometrist to begin coverage in late April. Hours include 8:30a - 4p shifts for 4 days per week. The selected locum will be handling eye exams, ocular diseases, glasses, and other optometry cases. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. Reach out...
Location:LA
Specialty:Optometry
Provider Type:Physician
Your new job is waiting in Louisiana! Our client is looking for an optometrist to begin coverage in late April. Hours include 8:30a - 4p shifts for 4 days per week. The selected locum will be handling eye exams, ocular diseases, glasses, and other optometry cases. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. Contact us or apply today to...
Location:LA
Specialty:Optometry
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician for a 24-week locum tenens assignment in Louisiana. This opportunity begins on Nov 7, 2025, and involves 24-hour weekend call coverage. The Physician will manage deliveries, including C-sections, and provide patient follow-ups. Ideal for those seeking structured yet critical weekend duties to balance...
Location:LA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
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 Louisiana typically earn an average of $127,455 per year.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $265,210 a year.
Physicians in Louisiana are required to complete 20 hours of CME every year.
Yes, new graduates can work in Louisiana 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.