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We are seeking a skilled Gastroenterologist for a 37-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri. This hospital-based opportunity starts on Feb 10, 2026, and features 24-hour shifts covering both procedural and call responsibilities. The schedule includes multiple dates from February through June, offering an excellent chance to contribute your expertise...
Location:MO
Specialty:Gastroenterology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician for a 104-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Missouri. This opportunity begins on Nov 17, 2025, and features day shifts, Tuesday through Friday 8am-5pm, with potential flexibility for a Monday-Thursday schedule. The physician will support a walk-in clinic, providing direct patient care...
Location:MO
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Dermatologist for a locum tenens assignment in Missouri, starting Feb 16, 2026, with a 30-day contract. This opportunity features a Monday to Friday schedule, one week per month, focusing on bread and butter dermatology cases. All travel expenses are covered, and there is an immediate need for coverage.Job DetailsLocation: MissouriStart...
Location:MO
Specialty:Dermatology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Missouri is actively seeking an Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a 20-day assignment starting Mar 9, 2026. This role involves 24-hour call coverage, from 6 PM to 6 PM each night, focusing on handling C-sections, high-risk deliveries, and all emergency room consults related to obstetrics.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide 24-hour call...
Location:MO
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Missouri seeks an Emergency Medicine Physician for a 120-day assignment, commencing Mar 10, 2026. This role features various shift options, spanning day, evening, and night hours, and requires expertise in critical procedures such as laceration repair, incision and drainage, intubation, central line placement, chest tube insertion, and...
Location:MO
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a board-certified Anesthesiologist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri. This opportunity begins Jan 5, 2026, and offers flexible 8, 10, or 12-hour day shifts with options for weeknight and weekend call. The ideal candidate will cover a diverse case mix, including orthopedics, neurology, trauma, obstetrics, pediatrics, and...
Location:MO
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our client for a 50-day assignment in Missouri, commencing Mar 18, 2026. This role involves providing 24-hour CT Surgery call coverage, from 7am to 7am daily, at a Trauma Center. The Physician will be responsible for managing a variety of routine and emergency cardiothoracic cases.Responsibilities...
Location:MO
Specialty:Cardiothoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are actively seeking a Physician - Hematologist/Oncologist for a 60-day assignment starting Mar 23, 2026, in Missouri. This role involves a Monday through Friday schedule with preferred call, focusing on a mix of outpatient clinic responsibilities including consults, follow-ups, and procedures, with potential for inpatient rounding if taking call.Responsibilities...
Location:MO
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in MO is seeking a Physician - Hematologist/Oncologist to begin a 90-day assignment starting May 1, 2026. This role features a Monday to Friday schedule, with the potential for a half day off during the week, and includes hospital call responsibilities. Key duties involve patient examination, treatment administration, patient monitoring,...
Location:MO
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a board-certified Neurosurgeon for a 56-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri, starting Apr 1, 2026. This opportunity involves 7-10 days per month with 24-hour call coverage one weekend each month, focusing on a broad range of neurological surgery cases at a trauma facility. Candidates must hold a Missouri license or qualify via the...
Location:MO
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
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 Missouri typically earn an average of $139,808 per year.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $223,180 a year.
Physicians in Missouri are required to complete 50 hours of CME every two years.
Yes, new graduates can work in Missouri 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.