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We are seeking an experienced General Dentist for a 48-day locum tenens assignment at a state-of-the-art military base facility in Virginia. This opportunity starts on Feb 2, 2026, with a Monday through Thursday, 8 am to 5 pm schedule. Candidates must be proficient in root canal procedures and comfortable being the sole dentist in a flexible and supportive...
Location:VA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a General Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Virginia beginning Jan 13, 2026. This one-day opportunity runs from 9am to 5pm and requires proficiency in fillings, hygiene checks, and the ability to perform restorative procedures and extractions. Flexibility is essential, as some events may not have a hygienist available.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:VA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a General Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Virginia starting Jan 23, 2026. This 3-week opportunity features Thursday and Friday shifts and requires experience in general dentistry, including extractions and dentures. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with restorative procedures and surgical extractions.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:VA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a locum tenens assignment focused on pediatric care in Virginia. This opportunity is a 1-day contract starting Jan 28, 2026, with coverage required from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The ideal candidate will have Medicaid experience and be comfortable seeing a full schedule of pediatric patients using the Denticon EMR...
Location:VA
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 Virginia earn an average of $187,950 a year.
Dentists in Virginia 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.