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We are seeking a dedicated Dentist for a 1-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This opportunity begins on Feb 28, 2026, and features a single shift from 7:30am to 2:00pm. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in general dentistry and provide professional dental care to patients in need of treatment.Job DetailsLocation: IllinoisStart...
Location:IL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Periodontist for a locum tenens assignment in Illinois, beginning as close as possible to May 1, 2026. This opportunity offers a flexible schedule of 1-2 days per month, with shifts typically running from 9am to 5pm, and a contract length of 24 days. The role involves providing a mix of consults, surgeries, and reevaluations within...
Location:IL
Specialty:Periodontics - Also Periodontology
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an Orthodontist for a locum tenens assignment in Illinois starting as close as possible to May 1, 2026. This opportunity involves 1-2 days per month, typically during day shifts, with an initial contract length of 24 days. The Orthodontist will provide consults, adjustments, retainer checks, and new case starts in a clinic setting, with...
Location:IL
Specialty:Orthodontics And Dentofacial Orthopedics
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a 20-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This opportunity starts on May 1, 2026, with preferred day shifts, Monday through Friday. The Dentist will support a new clinic location as it builds patient volume during its initial weeks of operation.Job DetailsLocation: IllinoisStart Date: May 1, 2026LOA: 20 daysProvider...
Location:IL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon for a locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This opportunity begins as soon as May 1, 2026, or as close as possible, with a 24-day contract and day shifts typically from 9am to 5pm. The assignment involves working 1-2 days per month, providing a mix of consults, emergency evaluations, and surgical...
Location:IL
Specialty:Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a General Dentist for a 21-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois starting Feb 2, 2026. The schedule includes day shifts Monday through Saturday, with varying hours. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience, be comfortable with extractions and dentures, and provide comprehensive dental care.Job DetailsLocation: IllinoisStart...
Location:IL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a General Dentist for a 7-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Illinois, beginning Feb 6, 2026. This short-term opportunity offers a Monday through Friday schedule with daytime hours and requires experience in general dentistry, including extractions and dentures.Job DetailsLocation: IllinoisStart Date: Feb 6, 2026LOA: 7 daysProvider...
Location:IL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This role begins on Jan 30, 2026, and spans a 1-day assignment with scheduled hours from 8am to 3pm. The Dentist will provide comprehensive general dentistry, including extractions and denture-related care, in a focused clinical environment.Job DetailsLocation: IllinoisStart...
Location:IL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a skilled Dentist with expertise in general dentistry for a 4-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This opportunity begins on Jan 26, 2026, and features day shifts Monday through Thursday. Candidates must be proficient in surgical extractions, dentures, and comprehensive treatment planning.Job DetailsLocation: IllinoisStart Date:...
Location:IL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a 6-week locum tenens opportunity in Illinois, starting Feb 4, 2026. This assignment features a Monday to Thursday schedule from 7:30am to 5:30pm and Friday from 8am to 1pm. The ideal candidate will be proficient in general dentistry, including extractions, dentures, crown and bridge work, and comprehensive treatment...
Location:IL
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 Illinois earn an average of $165,760 a year.
Dentists in Illinois are required to complete 48 hours of CE every three 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.