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We are seeking an experienced Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon for a 6-week locum tenens assignment with our client in California. This opportunity starts on Sep 22, 2025, and features a schedule of every other Friday from 7am to 6pm. The ideal candidate will be board certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and possess a current California dental...
Location:CA
Specialty:Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a Board Certified Endodontist for a locum tenens assignment in California, starting Nov 3, 2025. This opportunity spans 6 weeks and offers a flexible schedule, with a preference for Thursdays or Saturdays and typical clinic day shifts. The role involves working in a clinical environment, providing specialized endodontic care as part of...
Location:CA
Specialty:Endodontics
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a General Dentist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment with our client in California, starting Dec 22, 2025. This opportunity offers a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm schedule, focusing on bread and butter general dentistry in a professional setting.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Dec 22, 2025LOA: 60 daysProvider Type Needed:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a 14-day locum tenens assignment in California, beginning Dec 8, 2025. This role features day shifts from 8am to 5pm, and includes a schedule spanning select dates in December. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in general dentistry, surgical extractions, dentures, and comprehensive treatment planning.Job...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
NEW
We are seeking a Dentist with experience in IHS, CHC, or FQHC settings for a locum tenens assignment in California. This full-scope opportunity begins Jan 5, 2026, runs for 60 days, and offers a Monday through Friday schedule with 8am to 5pm day shifts. Candidates with IHS dental experience are highly encouraged to apply.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
NEW
We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Dentist for a high-volume locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Dec 26, 2025, and spans a 2-day schedule, with shifts on Friday and Saturday. Candidates must have at least one year of pediatric dentistry experience and hold an active CA dental license.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatric Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
NEW
We are seeking a Pediatric Dentist with at least one year of pediatric dental experience for a high-volume locum tenens assignment in California. This two-day opportunity begins Dec 26, 2025, and features scheduled day shifts on Friday and Saturday. The assignment involves treating pediatric dental patients in a fast-paced clinical environment, requiring...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatric Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
NEW
We are seeking a Pediatric Dentist for a high-volume locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Dec 23, 2025, and runs for 4 weeks, with day shifts scheduled across Monday to Wednesday. The Pediatric Dentist will manage a significant daily caseload, providing dental care to pediatric patients in a dynamic clinical environment.Job...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatric Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
NEW
We are seeking a Pediatric Dentist for a high-volume locum tenens assignment in California starting Dec 23, 2025. This 4-week opportunity involves treating pediatric patients with a busy schedule including daytime shifts from Monday to Wednesday and one shift on Friday, as outlined below.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Dec 23, 2025LOA: 4...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatric Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking an experienced General Dentist for a 6-week locum tenens assignment with our client in California, starting Dec 1, 2025. This opportunity features a Monday through Thursday schedule from 7am to 4pm and emphasizes surgical extractions, dentures, and comprehensive treatment planning.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Dec 1, 2025LOA:...
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.