Hot Jobs in Cool Places: 10 Incredible Locum Tenens Opportunities, From Sunny SoCal to Breathtaking Appalachia

You got into locum tenens for flexibility and the freedom to practice anywhere you want.

So, why settle for humdrum routine work when you can have it all with Interim Physicians?

Hot Jobs in Cool Places” showcases our most in-demand locum tenens jobs from across the country. Whether you crave adrenaline-pumping outdoor adventure, exceptional cuisine, or the ability to see patients from your home office, this list has something for everyone.

1. Anesthesiology Opportunity in Delaware

About the Assignment: 

  • Day shifts, with call
  • Facility uses EPIC EMR
  • Bread and butter cases
  • Must have a Delaware license

About the Area: Set near the Delaware coast, this assignment brings together a flexible schedule and easy access to Atlantic beaches, fresh seafood, and salt-air evenings. Beginning in July, it places you in a season when the area is especially easy to enjoy outside the OR. If you are looking for a coastal setting with a steady anesthesia focus and occasional obstetric coverage, this opportunity offers a practical mix of work and downtime.

2. Emergency Medicine Opportunity in Illinois

About the Assignment: 

  • Multiple shift options available (11 p.m. to 7 a.m. preferred)
  • 40 to 70 hours per month
  • Level 2 trauma center, 40k volume
  • Facility uses EPIC EMR

About the Area: Located in Central Illinois, this emergency medicine opportunity offers a community setting where your work is felt and your presence matters. The pace is steady, the need is ongoing, and the surrounding area offers a Midwest charm to enjoy when your shift ends. Whether you’re looking for a shorter assignment or a longer stay, this opportunity combines meaningful work with the appeal of a close-knit community.

3. Hematology/Oncology Opportunity in Northeast Kentucky

About the Assignment: 

  • Shifts: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (four or five days a week)
  • Around 18 patients per day
  • Cases: 60% hematology, 40% oncology
  • Kentucky license or IMLC required

About the Area: Located in Northeast Kentucky, this assignment presents a steady patient load in a community known for its welcoming feel and easy access to the outdoors. Rolling hills, local parks, and a strong sense of place make it easy to enjoy time outside the hospital. If you’re looking for consistent work in a setting that pairs natural beauty with a manageable pace, this opportunity offers both.

4. Interventional Radiologist Opportunity in Southern California

About the Assignment: 

  • Flexible shift options
  • Rate: $450 per hour
  • Ongoing need
  • California state license required

About the Area: Based in Southern California, this assignment pairs schedule flexibility with a gorgeous setting. Beaches, hiking trails, and one of the country’s most active food and culture scenes are all within easy reach. This opportunity delivers a strong balance of pace and place for those who want both professional flexibility and plenty to do off shift.

5. OB/GYN Opportunity in North Carolina

About the Assignment:  

  • Shifts: Monday through Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with Thursday call
  • Census: Around 15 to 20 per day
  • Procedures include LEEP, endometrial biopsies, COLPOS, and IUD insertions

About the Area: Located in North Carolina, this assignment provides a steady schedule in a setting with easy access to both the mountains and the Atlantic coast. The patient load is manageable, the team is dedicated, and the surrounding area makes it easy to enjoy time off in a place that pairs Southern warmth with varied scenery.

6. Emergency Medicine APP Opportunity in West Virginia

About the Assignment:  

  • Shifts: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Level 3 trauma center
  • 22,000 annual patient volume
  • Emergency privileges available

About the Area: Set in West Virginia, this assignment places you near Appalachian scenery, winding trails, and some of the region’s best outdoor escapes. The setting feels a little more tucked away, with the kind of quiet pace that makes time off actually feel like time off. Known for mountain views and close-knit communities, this opportunity is perfect for advanced practice providers looking for meaningful work alongside a supportive team.

7. Emergency Medicine Opportunity in Texas

About the Assignment:  

  • Shifts: 12 hours, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
  • No APP supervision required
  • 16,000 annual patient volume
  • Facility uses EPIC EMR

About the Area: Located in West Texas, this assignment offers schedule flexibility in a setting known for wide-open space, strong local character, and an easygoing pace outside the hospital. State parks and nearby lakes mean there’s plenty to do off the clock, whether you prefer the outdoors or a good barbecue close to home. 

8. Emergency Medicine Opportunity in Missouri

About the Assignment:  

  • Shifts: 13 hours, three to five per month
  • Must be board-certified in emergency medicine
  • Must have a Missouri license
  • Full support staff in place

About the Area: This emergency medicine assignment near the Ozarks offers a lower monthly shift commitment. The pace outside the hospital is relaxed, with wooded landscapes, local comfort food, and easy access to the outdoors. If you’re looking to supplement your schedule with meaningful work, this opportunity provides flexibility without overloading your calendar.

9. Tele-Radiation Opportunity in Oklahoma (Remote)

About the Assignment:  

  • Shifts: Weekends only, flexible times
  • The employer provides a workstation
  • Ongoing need
  • Fully remote

About the Area: This tele-radiation assignment offers the rare chance to stay productive without leaving home. The schedule is limited to weekends, making it a strong fit for physicians looking to supplement their income while keeping the rest of the week open. For those looking for flexible extra coverage with the convenience of remote work, this is an easy way to add shifts on your terms.

10. Anesthesia Opportunity in Iowa

About the Assignment:  

  • Shifts: Days only at three facilities
  • Full-time coverage needed
  • Facility uses EPIC EMR
  • Must have an Iowa state license

About the Area: Based in a mid-sized Iowa metro, this full-time anesthesia assignment offers the consistency of regular work across three locations without giving up the convenience of city access. The area blends Midwestern ease with enough to do to keep you busy off the clock. This is an ideal assignment for those looking for a mix of purpose and place.

But, wait – there’s more! 

See our complete listing of jobs or let us help you find an opportunity that’s up your alley. If you’re the talking type, give us a call (800) 226-6347; if you prefer email, reach us at info@interimphysicians.com

Check back in a few weeks for another edition of “Hot Jobs in Cool Places.”