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We are seeking a General Dentist for a 49-day locum tenens assignment with our client in North Carolina, starting Feb 24, 2026. This opportunity offers a consistent Tuesday through Friday schedule with 8am-5pm shifts. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive general dentistry care and must be comfortable with crown prep, dentures, hygiene checks,...
Location:NC
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Dentist for a locum tenens assignment with our client in North Carolina, beginning Mar 2, 2026, for an 87-day contract. This role offers a Monday through Friday schedule, 8:00am to 4:00pm, focused on maintaining quality care for patients seen each day. New graduates will be considered.Job DetailsLocation: North CarolinaStart Date: Mar...
Location:NC
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a 65-day locum tenens assignment with our client in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, and offers a flexible schedule of Monday through Thursday, 8am to 5pm, with optional Fridays. The ideal candidate will be comfortable providing a broad range of dental services in a supportive environment.Job...
Location:NC
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a General Dentist for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina beginning Jan 19, 2026. This opportunity features a Monday through Thursday schedule from 7:00AM to 5:30PM. The ideal candidate will be comfortable providing a range of general dental services, including fillings, crowns, bridges, and hygiene procedures.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:NC
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a General Dentist for a 4-week locum tenens assignment in North Carolina starting Jan 26, 2026. This opportunity features a Monday through Wednesday and Tuesday schedule with early morning and daytime hours. The role requires proficiency in extractions, dentures, and comprehensive treatment planning for a variety of dental procedures.Job...
Location:NC
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a 208-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Feb 2, 2026. This opportunity offers a Monday through Thursday schedule, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Dentist will provide comprehensive dental care, including examinations, diagnoses, and treatments, while working collaboratively within a supportive team...
Location:NC
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 North Carolina earn an average of $204,980 a year.
Dentists in North Carolina are required to complete 15 hours of CE every year.
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.