Locum Tenens Jobs for Healthcare Providers
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Every day, Barton Associates lists new locum tenens job openings from healthcare facilities and practices nationwide in a wide variety of medical specialties.
Search now to find top locum tenens jobs for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, dentists, psychologists, and more!
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens 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. Unlike temp jobs, locum tenens jobs run for a pre-determined period of time, but many locum tenens jobs include an option for extension.
Locum medical providers hold all the same qualifications as their perm counterparts, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
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We are seeking an Occupational Medicine Physician Assistant for a 32-day locum tenens assignment in Connecticut. This role commences on Feb 24, 2026, and offers a schedule of Tuesday to Friday from 8am to 4:30pm. The ideal candidate should possess strong experience in urgent care settings, with additional expertise in occupational medicine and musculoskeletal...
Location:CT
Specialty:Occupational Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Medical Oncologist for a 130-day locum tenens assignment in Kentucky. This role starts on Sep 15, 2025, and requires coverage for mostly new consults in a state-of-the-art Cancer Center. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm, focusing on Medical Oncology (60%) and Hematology Oncology (40%).Job DetailsLocation: KentuckyFacility...
Location:KY
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Board Certified Cardiologist for a 35-day locum tenens assignment in Maryland. This role commences on Sep 22, 2025, and primarily involves rounding and call duties for the general consultative cardiology service line, with a focus on weekend shifts from 8a to 4p. The ideal candidate will provide expert care in a dynamic environment,...
Location:MD
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a qualified Occupational Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 20-day locum tenens assignment in Connecticut. This opportunity commences on Feb 24, 2026, and entails a Tuesday to Friday schedule from 8am to 4:30pm. The role focuses on urgent care and occupational medicine, where experience with muscle skeletal orthopedics will be highly advantageous.Job...
Location:CT
Specialty:Occupational Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Hematology/Oncology Physician for a 35-day locum tenens assignment in Oregon, starting on Aug 11, 2025. This position involves a manageable schedule of day shifts from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with additional after-hours and weekend call responsibilities. This role is ideal for professionals seeking to advance their...
Location:OR
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - NY
We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a 53-day locum tenens assignment in New York, beginning on Aug 27, 2025. This role involves providing general dentistry services from Tuesday to Friday each week, with specific working hours detailed below. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in Dentrix EMR software and capable of handling a variety of dental...
Location:NY
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a licensed Dentist specialized in General Dentistry for a short-term locum tenens role in Wisconsin. This two-day assignment starts on Jul 29, 2025, and features a daily schedule from 7am to 5pm. The successful candidate will be the sole provider at the facility, handling procedures such as extractions and dentures.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:WI
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 40-day locum tenens assignment in Texas. This opportunity begins on Aug 8, 2025, and offers a flexible schedule of either five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per week. The Nurse Practitioner will work closely with physicians, providing high-quality care in a correctional facility setting.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:TX
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 40-day locum tenens assignment in Texas. This opportunity starts on Aug 8, 2025, and includes a flexible schedule of either 5:8s or 4:10s shifts. The ideal candidate will work closely with physicians to ensure comprehensive patient care in a dynamic practice setting.Job DetailsLocation: TexasStart...
Location:TX
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an Anesthesiologist for a rewarding 84-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This position begins on Aug 25, 2025, with a schedule of Monday to Friday, 7am - 3pm, complemented by a 1:4 weeknight and weekend pager call rotation. This role demands proficiency in regional anesthesia and OB procedures, ideal for a board-certified individual...
Location:NY
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:Physician
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Who We Work With
Locum Tenens Jobs In Hundreds of Provider Types and Specialties
Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner Jobs
From advance practice and pain management, to primary care, your specialty is needed for our open locum tenens nurse practitioner jobs!
Hospitals, practices, and healthcare companies are turning to locum tenens nurse practitioners (NPs) to manage growing patient populations with the United States, including Nurse Practitioners specializing in Family Practice, Psychiatry, Urgent Care, Pediatric, Emergency Medicine, Neurology, and dozens of other specialties.
Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Jobs
Demand for locum tenens physician assistants (PAs) is at an all-time high, which means it is a great time to take advantage of the freedom, flexibility, and unmatched earning potential that comes with locum tenens PA jobs!
In-demand PA roles include family practice, urgent care, addiction medicine, pediatrics, wound care, surgery, and more!
Locum Tenens Dentist Jobs
Locum tenens dentist jobs are one of the fastest growing segments of the industry. Locum dentists are in demand in a variety of specialties including General Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Orthodontics, and Periodontics.
Barton works with locum dentists in all 50 states for a variety of exciting opportunities. Locum dentists can make up to 56% more than their perm dentist counterparts.
Locum Tenens Physician Jobs
The number of doctor locum tenens jobs grows every day as more companies, practices, and hospitals turn to locum tenens physicians to fill their vacant positions.
Whether you’re a doctor who is board certified or non-board certified, Barton has an opportunity for you.
In-demand jobs include Cardiology, Ob/Gyns, Family Practice, Pedatrics, and Surgery of all specialties.
Locum Tenens Job FAQs
Do Locum Tenens Jobs Include Malpractice Insurance?
Yes! Barton Associates offers free comprehensive malpractice insurance to all healthcare professionals who work with us. Our claims-made insurance is furnished by an “A”-rated insurance company and includes tail coverage for all providers. Learn more about our malpractice insurance here.
Can New Grads Work Locum Tenens Jobs?
Yes! Locum tenens is a great way to gain experience, as well as explore a specialty to see if it’s right for you.
While some locum tenens healthcare jobs require a prerequisite amount of experience or skill set, many others do not. New graduates can also increase their chances of securing a locum tenens healthcare role with in-demand certifications.
The easiest way to find a job as a new graduate is to connect with a dedicated Barton recruiter, who can find you an open job that matches your needs and skill set.
Who Works Locum Tenens Jobs?
Although locum tenens work has its roots in the 1970s when American rural areas required additional physician staffing for their medically underserved populations, the industry has expanded to included healthcare providers of all types in all 50 states.
More than 85% of healthcare facilities rely on locum work, including locum nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and dentists.
Do Locum Tenens Jobs Pay More?
Yes! Locum tenens jobs are not directly comparable with perm jobs because permanent providers are salaried, while locum tenens are paid an hourly rate, but locum tenens providers typically outearn perm providers on an hourly basis, sometimes earning more than twice as much as their perm counterparts.
There are a variety of reasons locum tenens workers often earn more than their perm counterparts. This is partly because facilities use locum jobs to fill in urgent vacancy, often for in-demand roles, and pay competitively as a result. Variations in pay can also result from location, experience, urgency, and a long list of other variables. Check out our locum tenens salary guides to learn how much more you might earn in a locum role.
How Do I Find Locum Tenens Jobs Near Me?
We place healthcare professionals in all 50 states. Find locum tenens jobs near you or choose an assignment in another state – travel expenses are covered by Barton.
To filter by location, select the state dropdown filter to limit locum job listings to the states of your choice. You can also connect to a recruiter who can recommend listings based on your qualifications and desired work locales.