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We are seeking an experienced Hematologist/Oncologist for a locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and spans 104 days, with day shifts scheduled Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm. The ideal candidate will provide specialized care for approximately 15 patients per day in a setting utilizing the Epic...
Location:NC
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an Anesthesiologist for a 14-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Apr 6, 2026, and features 24-hour call shifts, covering the periods of April 6-12 and June 15-21. The ideal candidate will be able to initiate surgery within 30 minutes of call back and must have documented experience with 60 case logs...
Location:NC
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a General Surgeon for a locum tenens weekend call assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Apr 25, 2026, and offers a 3-day contract length. The schedule consists of 24-hour weekend call, with the provider not required to remain on-site while on call. The assignment includes managing 7-8 patients per day and overseeing...
Location:NC
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a skilled Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a 3-day assignment in North Carolina, starting May 5, 2026. This role involves 24-hour call shifts after daily rounding, focusing on emergent C-sections, vaginal deliveries, and various emergent GYN procedures.Responsibilities and DutiesRound on patients daily.Provide on-call coverage for...
Location:NC
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a skilled Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a 60-day assignment starting Jul 7, 2026, in North Carolina. This role involves 24-hour shifts, focusing on triaging 2-3 patients daily and providing consults for pregnant patients admitted to other services, as well as gynecological cases in the Emergency Department.Responsibilities and DutiesBe...
Location:NC
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a dedicated Obstetrician/Gynecologist Physician to join our client's team in North Carolina for a 4-day assignment starting Jun 11, 2026. This role involves 24-hour out-of-house call shifts from 8 AM to 8 AM, focusing on 100% inpatient clinical care, including vaginal and cesarean deliveries within a hospital setting.Responsibilities...
Location:NC
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Physician - Hematologist/Oncologist for a 60-day assignment in North Carolina, starting Mar 16, 2026. This role primarily involves outpatient hematology/oncology, focusing on cases such as Breast, Lung, GI, and GU Oncology. The schedule is Monday-Thursday, 8-5, with Fridays until noon, including a 2% call rotation with 1:3 shared call...
Location:NC
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician for our client in NC, starting Mar 9, 2026, for an engaging 110-day assignment. This role involves a consistent 8a-5p schedule, focusing on managing approximately 20 patients per day without supervisory or alternative duties.Responsibilities and DutiesManage approximately 20 patients per dayProvide...
Location:NC
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in North Carolina is seeking an Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a 17-day assignment starting Mar 2, 2026. This role involves 24-hour shifts from 8A-8A, where the physician will round on patients, provide on-call coverage for emergent C-sections and vaginal deliveries, and manage emergent gynecological procedures. The position requires...
Location:NC
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a 50-day assignment in North Carolina, starting May 21, 2026. This role involves rounding on patients, providing 24-hour call coverage post-rounding for emergent C-sections, vaginal deliveries, and urgent GYN procedures. The ideal Physician will manage a caseload including low-risk pregnancies, routine...
Location:NC
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 North Carolina typically earn an average of $129,873 per year.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $225,170 a year.
Physicians in North Carolina are required to complete 60 hours of CME every three years.
Yes, new graduates can work in North Carolina 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.