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How much do weekend locum jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend locum in Illinois is $298,781.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $214,600.00 and $387,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend locum?

A Weekend Locum job is a temporary position where a healthcare professional, such as a doctor, pharmacist, or nurse, covers shifts over the weekend. These roles help maintain patient care when regular staff are unavailable. Weekend locum work offers flexibility, competitive pay, and the opportunity to gain experience in different settings. It is commonly used in hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies to ensure continuity of service.

What does a typical weekend shift look like for a weekend locum?

As a Weekend Locum, your shifts often involve providing cover for regular staff by managing patient consultations, performing assessments, handling urgent cases, and carrying out routine procedures specific to the facility’s needs. You may work in hospitals, clinics, or urgent care centers, collaborating with permanent staff and sometimes overseeing junior healthcare professionals or support staff. Flexibility is key, as shift patterns and daily responsibilities can vary based on the patient caseload and the department’s requirements. This dynamic environment offers exposure to a variety of cases, broadening your experience and clinical skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the weekend locum position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Locum, you need a valid medical qualification (such as an MBBS, MD, or relevant healthcare degree), active licensure, and comprehensive clinical acumen within your specialty. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR), prescribing systems, and common diagnostic tools is typically required. Exceptional time management, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills allow locums to quickly integrate into new teams and settings. These skills ensure effective patient care, seamless workflow integration, and reliable coverage during critical weekend shifts.

What are the most commonly searched types of Weekend jobs in Illinois?

The most popular types of Weekend jobs in Illinois are:

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Weekend Locum jobs?

Cities in Illinois with the most Weekend Locum job openings:

Infographic showing various Weekend Locum job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 43% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $298,781 per year, or $143.6 per hour.

Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Clinic Cardiology

Floyd Lee Locums

Urbana, IL • On-site

$90 - $110/hr

Contractor

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Job description

Floyd Lee Locums is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Clinic Cardiology for a locum tenens job in Urbana, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Cardiology
  • Discipline: Nurse Practitioner
  • Start Date: 10/05/2026
  • Duration: 26 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Locum Tenens
  • Location: Urbana, IL
  • Start Date: October 2026 – Ongoing
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Call Requirement: None
  • Weekend Duty: One weekend per month for in-house rounding and consults
  • Patient Volume: 12–15 patients per day
  • Charting: Epic EMR
  • Estimated Pay: $90 – $110 per hour (varies by experience)
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  • Requirements
  • Board Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • Active Illinois state license
  • BLS and ACLS certifications
  • Ability to remove pericardial drains and temporary transvenous pacemakers
  • Recent inpatient or Level I Trauma Center experience
About Floyd Lee Locums

At Floyd Lee Locums, we’re redefining what locum tenens can offer nurse

practitioners. As a concierge company, we provide a level of care and

attention that mirrors the dedication you show your patients every day. 

Our high-touch experience defines who we are. We handle everything we can

for you, from helping you prep for an interview to finding the right doggie

daycare to entertain your pup while you work. We offer you the lifestyle you

crave without a dip in pay. You can earn the same salary with fewer hours

and more flexibility. Locum tenens (temporary healthcare roles) is a booming

industry because it prioritizes what’s important to you. 


With premium opportunities across the U.S. (and internationally), we’re

confident we can find your ideal match. Even if the right position isn’t

available, we actively search on your behalf. Our highest priority is ensuring

you are comfortable and achieving your personal and professional goals.

SIA has recognized Floyd Lee Locums five years in a row for “Best Staffing

Firms to Temp For” including Grand Prize Winner in 2024. We don’t take our

role in your life lightly. Our work is personal. And you deserve to live

comfortably.


Isn’t it time someone took care of you?