Locum Tenens Dentist - CA Needed in CA
- ID: 210749
- Updated November 19th, 2025
- Job ID 210749
- Job Title Dentist - CA
- Provider Type Dentist
- Specialty Dentistry
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State CA
- Practice Setting Multi-specialty Clinic
- Duration 120 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a locum tenens assignment at a community health center in California. The role begins Dec 1, 2025, for a 120-day contract and features a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm schedule. The Dentist will provide comprehensive dental care to both children and adults, delivering a full scope of general dentistry services in a collaborative setting.Job Details
- Location: California
- Facility Type: Community Health Center
- Start Date: Dec 1, 2025
- LOA: 120 days
- Provider Type Needed: Dentist
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
Responsibilities and Duties
- Deliver comprehensive dental care to pediatric and adult patients (approximately 50/50 split)
- Perform examinations, preventive care (prophy, sealants, space maintainers), and emergency evaluations
- Complete restorative procedures including fillings, simple and surgical extractions, and root canals (including molars if possible)
- Provide periodontal services such as scaling and root planing
- Conduct crown and bridge work, removable prosthodontics (partials, full dentures, and adjustments)
- Utilize Wisdom HER (EPIC) for patient records and treatment planning
- Collaborate using four-handed dentistry techniques
- Demonstrate understanding of denti-cal requirements
Additional Information
- Active CA Dental License, DEA registration, CPR certification, and NPI number required
- Experience with both pediatric and adult patients is essential
- Familiarity with Wisdom HER (EPIC) and denti-cal is preferred
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided