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We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment with our client in California. This opportunity begins on Mar 9, 2026, and features a four-day workweek, Monday through Thursday from 7am to 6pm. The Dentist will provide general dentistry services in a professional clinical setting.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Mar...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Mar 23, 2026. This full-time opportunity features day shifts, Monday through Friday, from 8am to 5pm. The Dentist will provide general dentistry services and ensure timely chart closure within 72 hours.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Mar 23, 2026LOA:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in California starting Jan 5, 2026. This role offers a Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm schedule and focuses on providing general dentistry care to both adult and pediatric patients. Candidates must be comfortable seeing all ages and prepared to work a minimum three-month term, with...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are actively seeking a skilled Dentist for a compelling 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, set to commence on Mar 23, 2026. This full-spectrum general dentistry role requires proficiency in procedures such as fillings, crown/bridge work, extractions, and root canals, with a daily schedule from 9a-5p. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a 4-day assignment in California, beginning Mar 2, 2026. This role involves performing a range of dental procedures including surgical extractions, denture steps, crown and bridge work, and comprehensive treatment planning. The schedule for this assignment will be Monday through Wednesday from 8am to 5pm, and Thursdays...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are actively seeking a skilled Dentist in California for a 170-day assignment commencing Mar 2, 2026. This role primarily involves providing a full scope of general dentistry services, including hygiene checks, restorative procedures such as fillings and crown & bridge, simple extractions, and handling emergency walk-ins. The schedule for this...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
Our client is actively seeking a skilled Dentist for an impactful 170-day assignment in Virginia, commencing Mar 2, 2026. This role involves consistent 8am-5pm shifts, focusing on comprehensive general dentistry including routine hygiene checks, exams, fillings, crown and bridge procedures, simple extractions, and handling emergency walk-ins.Responsibilities...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Our client in California is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Dentist for a 60-day assignment starting Jun 1, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive pediatric dental care, including exams, preventive services, restorative procedures, and managing dental trauma, with a schedule of 8a to 5p, and every other Friday off.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatric Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a dedicated Dentist for a 48-day assignment in California, starting Mar 16, 2026. The schedule involves working from 8am to 5:30pm. This role focuses on performing examinations, diagnosing conditions, recommending treatment plans, and providing comprehensive restorative and preventive dental care. You will also handle emergency cases...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in California beginning on Mar 2, 2026. This full-time opportunity spans 60 days and features a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm schedule. Candidates with IHS, FQHC, or rural health experience and a strong background in locum work are highly encouraged to apply.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
Locum tenens dentist 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 dentists hold all the same qualifications as a permanent dentist, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, dentists in California earn an average of $181,720 a year.
Dentists in California are required to complete 50 hours of CE every two years.
It’s estimated that the number of dentist jobs will increase by 4% between 2022 and 2032. This is average for the majority of occupations, with a projection of 5,100 openings for dentists each year.
AMN Healthcare reported that the state most in need of dentists was Florida.
The dental specialty that earns the most money is oral and maxillofacial surgeon. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that oral and maxillofacial surgeons earn about $334,310 annually.