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We are seeking a board-certified Vascular Surgeon for a 54-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Jan 5, 2026. This overnight hospital-based role covers cardiovascular surgery from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with weekend call coverage 2–3 weekends per month (24-hour coverage). The ideal candidate will have an active Pennsylvania license and...
Location:PA
Specialty:Vascular Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Psychiatrist to join our client in PA for a focused, 1-day assignment starting Mar 3, 2026. This role involves serving as a secondary collaborator, providing essential support and expertise for the duration of the engagement.Responsibilities and DutiesServe as a secondary collaboratorBenefitsStrong compensationTravel-related expenses...
Location:PA
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician for a locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, with a 60-day contract and day shifts from 8a-5p, Monday through Friday. Candidates must have at least 2-3 years of primary care experience and be board certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine. Prior...
Location:PA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a dedicated Gastroenterology Physician for a 30-day assignment in Pennsylvania, starting May 1, 2026. This part-time role involves seeing patients in a clinic setting and performing both inpatient and outpatient procedures within a hospital endoscopy suite, focusing on crucial gastroenterological services.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide...
Location:PA
Specialty:Gastroenterology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an Interventional Cardiologist to join our client in PA for a 90-day assignment starting May 11, 2026. This role involves comprehensive inpatient and ER care, including interventional cardiology procedures and STEMI call coverage during night shifts from 5p-7a. The physician will also sustain interventional call coverage.Responsibilities...
Location:PA
Specialty:Interventional Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an Optometrist for a 5-day assignment in Pennsylvania, beginning Aug 31, 2026. The schedule involves shifts from 9:00am to 5:00pm, focusing on comprehensive eye examinations, prescribing corrective lenses, and providing expert patient education for routine optometry cases.Responsibilities and DutiesConduct comprehensive eye examinations...
Location:PA
Specialty:Optometry
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in PA is actively seeking a skilled Pediatric Radiologist for an engaging 120-day assignment, set to begin on May 1, 2026. This crucial role involves working 10-12 hour shifts, where you will diagnose, interpret complex imaging studies, and meticulously coordinate patient care. The position is primarily within an outpatient setting, with...
Location:PA
Specialty:Pediatric Radiology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Psychiatrist for a 48-week locum tenens assignment with our client in Pennsylvania, starting Jan 27, 2026. This opportunity offers a flexible schedule between Tuesday and Thursday, with 16 hours per week divided between in-person and telehealth visits, including options for alternating weeks on site. The ideal candidate is self-sufficient,...
Location:PA
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a dedicated Physician specializing in Psychiatry for a 40-day assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Jun 20, 2026. This role involves working 15-20 hours per week, focusing on patient interaction and medication management for children with ADHD, handling very easy cases.Responsibilities and DutiesWork with children with ADHDEngage directly...
Location:PA
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for an urgent 40-day assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Jun 20, 2026. This role involves a consistent 9am to 5pm schedule with one on-call night per week, focused on medication distribution during meals and general patient availability for straightforward cases.Responsibilities and DutiesResponsible for medication...
Location:PA
Specialty:Family Practice
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 Pennsylvania typically earn an average of $135,872 per year.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $266,410 a year.
Both MD and DO physicians in Pennsylvania are required to complete 100 hours of CME every two years. The topics and courses covered vary for each type of physician.
Yes, new graduates can work in Pennsylvania 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.