Locum Tenens Dentist - WY Needed in WY
- ID: 205639
- Updated May 14th, 2025
- Job ID 205639
- Job Title Dentist - WY
- Provider Type Dentist
- Specialty Dentistry
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State WY
- Practice Setting Dentistry Clinic
- Duration 140 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled General Dentist for a 140-day locum tenens assignment at a Dental Clinic in Wyoming. Starting on 05/19/2025, this role offers a Monday to Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position focuses on providing comprehensive dental care, including basic crown and bridge work, procedures dealing with teeth grinding, and the potential for more complex cases if desired. The dentist will be responsible for seeing 20-30 patients daily, including hygiene cases, in a clinic with 4 chairs, 4 hygienists, and 3 dental assistants. This opportunity requires proficiency in general dentistry procedures and may extend beyond the initial assignment period.
Job Details:
Location: Wyoming
Facility Type: Dental Clinic
Start Date: 05/19/2025
LOA: 140 days
Provider Type Needed: General Dentist
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Perform basic crown and bridge procedures
• Conduct treatments for teeth grinding
• Handle more complex cases if willing and able
• Manage a patient load of 20-30 patients daily, including hygiene cases
• Utilize OpenDental practice management software
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations
• Deliver high-quality patient care and maintain patient satisfaction
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care
• Collaborate with hygienists and dental assistants to ensure smooth clinic operations
• Perform thorough and accurate dental procedures to avoid the need for redoing work
Additional Information:
• Wyoming state dental license required
• Experience in general dentistry procedures essential
• Comfort with performing a wide range of basic dental treatments
• Strong clinical skills to ensure quality work and avoid the need for procedure revisions
• Ability to adapt to varying patient needs and clinic demands
• Willingness to take on more complex cases if desired
Apply now to learn more!
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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased 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