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Our client in California is seeking a highly skilled Dentist specialized in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery for a locum tenens role focusing on TMJ cases. This 120-day commitment starts on Jul 28, 2025, and involves a Monday-Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The ideal candidate will deliver expert care in TMJ injections and related treatments.Job...
Location:CA
Specialty:Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a Pediatric Dentist for a 4-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting on Aug 12, 2025. This role requires handling a busy schedule from Tuesday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, focusing on providing top-notch dental care to a high volume of patients. The ideal candidate will be board certified and experienced in managing 35-50 patients...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a highly skilled Endodontist for a rewarding locum tenens opportunity in California. This position begins on Aug 4, 2025, and extends through the rest of the year, offering a Monday through Friday schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM. The successful candidate will focus on advanced endodontic procedures in a supportive environment.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Endodontics
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a Dentist for a 2-month locum tenens opportunity in California, starting Jun 23, 2025. This role requires providing routine dental care in a community health setting and includes Monday-Friday shifts from 8am to 5pm. Ideal candidates will have experience in various dental practices, including exams, x-rays, cleanings, and basic extractions.Job...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a skilled Dentist specializing in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery for a locum tenens assignment in California. This 120-day role starts on Sep 8, 2025, and features day shifts from Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm. The position focuses on managing TMJ disorders, including diagnostics and treatment through specialized injections.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a skilled Dentist with expertise in General Dentistry for a locum tenens position in California. This role begins on Aug 4, 2025, with an assignment length of 20 days, working from Monday to Wednesday 7 AM-4:30 PM, Thursday 9 AM-6:30 PM, and Friday 7 AM-2:30 PM. The successful candidate will be the sole provider at the facility, performing...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a qualified Dentist for a short-term locum tenens position in California, focusing on general dentistry. This role starts on Sep 2, 2025, and runs until Oct 3, 2025, spanning a period of 24 days. The selected candidate will work Monday through Thursday from 7 AM to 7 PM, and Friday from 7 AM to 4 PM, ensuring comprehensive dental care...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking an experienced General Dentist for a 15-day locum tenens assignment starting on Jul 30, 2025, in California. This role requires proficiency in root canals and offers a schedule of Wednesday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, with the potential to add Saturdays.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Jul 30, 2025LOA: 15 daysProvider Type...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a vital role in California, specializing in a broad range of dental procedures. This locum tenens assignment spans 8 days, starting on Jul 25, 2025, with a schedule of Monday to Friday from 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturdays from 7:45 AM to 3:00 PM. The ideal candidate will manage a variety of dental care tasks from...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a Dentist with expertise in General Dentistry for a short-term locum tenens assignment in California. This role commences on Aug 1, 2025, and spans a 5-day period, with daily shifts from 7 AM to 2 PM. The selected candidate will serve as the sole provider, focusing on extractions, dentures, and general dental care.Job DetailsLocation:...
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.