Locum Tenens Physician Staffing Services

Whether you need long or short-term coverage, AMN Healthcare offers tailored locum tenens solutions to fit your needs. Our nationwide network and expert team provide fast, reliable locum tenens staffing to keep your operations running smoothly.

Manage Your Locums Vendors in One Integrated Technology

  • SOC 2-compliant, cloud-based VMS integrated with a mobile app for providers, delivering an optimized order-to-fill process for locum and enterprise staffing.
  • Locum-focused features like name clearances, rate structures, job templates, candidate dashboards, and rapid deployment to streamline staffing operations.
  • Automation & analytics with AI-driven credentialing, onboarding, compliance tracking, and real-time dashboards for workforce insights and decision-making.
  • Seamless integrations & self-service tools: API connections with HRIS/EHR/payroll systems, mobile app for providers, and supplier portals for performance reporting.

Why Hire Locums?

Empower Your Physician Workforce

  • Strategic Coverage Planning
    We offer full locum tenens staffing support with cost-benefit analysis to guide your planning.
  • Premium Provider Network
    Access qualified physicians and advanced practitioners for part-time, full-time, or telehealth coverage during staffing gaps.
  • Short-Term Staffing Support
    Maintain seamless care by using experienced locum tenens to cover gaps during permanent recruitment.
  • Trusted Locum-to-Permanent Partnership
    Our locum to permanent program lets you evaluate fit before smoothly transitioning locum providers to full-time roles.

Locum Tenens Physician Placement

Meets Innovative Workforce and Technology Solutions

Cost-Effective Locum Tenens Staffing Solutions

Trusted Coverage for Every Clinical Setting

"What I like best about working with AMN Healthcare, is that the Senior Principal Strategic Account Manager goes above and beyond for me in my open positions. The relationship that is built is a breath of fresh air."

June 2025 Nelly G.

"Jennah Heidenreich is amazing to work with. We've been working together for several years now, and she answers day/night, all hours. She helps me with filling shifts, emergency opens, call offs. It's a true pleasure to work with her, she's a true gem."

May 2025 Rachel U.

"I adore Allison and Jamie! They are both honest and easy to communicate with. Also shouting out Eva and Maria who are always friendly and ready to help."

May 2025 Angie H.
"I appreciate the qualified candidates you provide us with each time. Thank you for being an excellent resource!"
April 2025 Diane G

Frequently Asked Questions

What is locum tenens physician staffing?

Locum tenens staffing provides temporary physician coverage on a short- or long-term basis to fill staffing gaps at healthcare facilities. AMN Healthcare offers tailored locum tenens solutions to keep your operations running smoothly.

What types of providers does AMN Healthcare place through locum tenens staffing?

AMN Healthcare places doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, CRNAs, dental professionals, and more across a wide range of specialties.

Can locum tenens coverage include telehealth?

Yes, AMN Healthcare's premium provider network supports part-time, full-time, and telehealth coverage to meet your facility's specific needs.

Does AMN Healthcare offer a path from locum tenens to permanent placement?

Yes, AMN Healthcare's locum-to-permanent program allows healthcare organizations to evaluate provider fit before transitioning locum physicians into full-time roles.

How does AMN Healthcare screen locum tenens candidates?

AMN Healthcare uses a thorough vetting process to ensure all presented candidates are highly screened and ready to contribute from day one.

What technology does AMN Healthcare offer to manage locum tenens staffing?

AMN Healthcare provides a SOC 2-compliant, cloud-based vendor management system with AI-driven credentialing, compliance tracking, real-time dashboards, and integrations with HRIS, EHR, and payroll systems.

Can AMN Healthcare support locum tenens staffing across multiple facilities?

Yes, AMN Healthcare offers enterprise locums management solutions designed to provide scalable, centralized support across multiple facilities.

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Resources

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Beyond Temporary Fixes: How Locum Tenens and Permanent Physicians Create Workforce Synergy

This white paper dives deep into actionable strategies for integrating locum tenens with permanent physicians, helping reduce reliance on costly temporary staffing, improve continuity of care, and create a foundation for sustainable operations.

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Expertise, Stability, and Customized Solutions: The AMN Healthcare Physician Solutions Advantage

Even in an industry marked by frequent turnover, the foundation of our principles, processes, and dedication to excellence remains unshaken. This stability ensures that we continue to offer our clients the best options to meet their provider needs—tailored to their unique challenges and goals.

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