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Our client is seeking a dedicated Physician specializing in Gastroenterology for a 120-day assignment in North Carolina, starting Aug 17, 2026. This role involves a standard 5-day work week, with 9-hour day shifts from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, focusing on essential endoscopy and GI lab procedures, including comprehensive ERCP and EUS coverage.Responsibilities...
Location:NC
Specialty:Gastroenterology - Advanced [EUS/ERCP]
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Hematologist/Oncologist for a 140-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Feb 16, 2026. This outpatient-focused opportunity features Monday to Friday day shifts, with half days on Fridays and a shared call rotation that is primarily phone-based.Job DetailsLocation: North CarolinaStart Date: Feb 16, 2026LOA: 140 daysProvider...
Location:NC
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in North Carolina is seeking a skilled Neurological Surgeon to embark on a 10-day assignment beginning Oct 8, 2026. This vital role involves providing comprehensive care during standard 24-hour day shifts, from 7:00 to 7:00, with a primary focus on general neurosurgery, spine surgery, and specialized procedures such as peripheral nerve and...
Location:NC
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a dedicated Pathologist Physician for a 120-day locum tenens assignment with our client in North Carolina, starting Jun 29, 2026. This role involves comprehensive Transfusion Medicine Pathologist duties, working Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with a rotating night and weekend call schedule.Responsibilities and DutiesPerform Transfusion...
Location:NC
Specialty:Pathology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a skilled Radiation Oncologist to support our client in SC. This 60-day assignment, beginning Aug 17, 2026, requires a Physician to work Monday-Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, including one administrative day onsite. The role primarily involves managing new consultations, conducting patient follow-ups, and developing comprehensive treatment...
Location:NC
Specialty:Radiation Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an experienced Physician - Obstetrics/Gynecology for an 18-day assignment in North Carolina, starting Oct 2, 2026. The role primarily involves 24-hour out-of-house call, focusing on 100% inpatient clinical care, including vaginal and cesarean deliveries, within a hospital setting.Responsibilities and Duties24 hour out of house callProvide...
Location:NC
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a skilled General Surgeon for a 90-day assignment in North Carolina, starting Sep 29, 2026. This locum tenens physician role involves performing a variety of general surgery procedures, including adult and pediatric cases, laparoscopic surgeries such as appendectomy and cholecystectomy, and preferred trauma surgery across multiple facilities.Responsibilities...
Location:NC
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are actively seeking a dedicated Physician - Family Practice for a focused 20-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, commencing Aug 3, 2026. This vital role involves comprehensively managing the inpatient needs of patients alongside advanced practice providers, with daily shifts typically scheduled from 8am to 5pm, ensuring continuous high-quality...
Location:NC
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in North Carolina is seeking a skilled Orthopedic Surgeon for a 3-day assignment beginning Jun 29, 2026. This role involves 24-hour call shifts and focuses on a diverse range of orthopedic procedures including arthroscopy, total joint replacement for hip and knee, and fracture care. The Physician will handle a mix of consults, emergency department...
Location:NC
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a dedicated General Surgeon Physician for a focused 13-day assignment in North Carolina, starting Nov 4, 2026. This vital role requires 24-hour shifts, from 7a - 7a, primarily providing solo inpatient and outpatient call coverage, including nights and weekends. The physician will manage a variety of surgical cases, oversee outpatient...
Location:NC
Specialty:General 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 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.
