Looking for dentist jobs in Iowa? Barton Associates specializes in locum tenens dentist jobs, with well over a decade of experience placing locum tenens dentists on short and long-term assignments throughout the US.
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We are seeking a dedicated Dentist for a 4-day assignment in Iowa, starting Jul 6, 2026. This role involves a busy schedule from 8am-5pm daily, focusing on comprehensive dental care including dentures and various surgical extractions, while managing a patient load of 20-23 patients per day.Responsibilities and DutiesPerform required procedures including...
Location:IA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a 48-day assignment in Iowa, starting Mar 2, 2026. This role involves a comprehensive general dentistry schedule, focusing on a variety of procedures such as crowns, dentures, composite fillings, and both simple and complex extractions, depending on provider comfort and expertise.Responsibilities and DutiesPerform...
Location:IA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Dentist for a 56-day assignment in Iowa, beginning Jun 15, 2026. This role involves performing full scope general dentistry on patients of all ages, with shifts typically running from 8-4:30. The client is looking for a dedicated professional to provide comprehensive dental care, ensuring excellent patient outcomes throughout the assignment.Responsibilities...
Location:IA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Dentist for an immediate 1-day assignment in Iowa, starting Mar 23, 2026. This role involves a schedule of 7:30am-5pm, focusing on essential procedures such as surgical extractions, denture steps, comprehensive treatment planning, and implants to support patient care needs.Responsibilities and DutiesPerform surgical extractions, including...
Location:IA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a Dentist specializing in Dentistry for a 3-day assignment with our client in Iowa, starting Mar 3, 2026. The schedule will typically run from 10am-6pm, with primary duties focusing on fillings, hygiene checks, and being prepared to assist with hygiene needs due to potential staff shortages, including scaling.Responsibilities and DutiesPerform...
Location:IA
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 Iowa earn an average of $186,420 a year.
Dentists in Iowa are required to complete 30 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.