Locum Tenens Dentist - WY Needed in WY

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned Dentist for a 26-day locum tenens assignment in Wyoming, starting Sep 29, 2025. This opportunity involves flexible scheduling with day shifts, typically 7:00am to 3:30pm, to provide comprehensive dental care in a high-volume clinical setting. Candidates proficient in exodontia are preferred but not required, and experience in busy clinics is highly valued.

Job Details

• Location: Wyoming
• Start Date: Sep 29, 2025
• LOA: 26 days
• Provider Type Needed: Dentist
• Schedule: Day shifts, typically 7:00am to 3:30pm; flexible days to cover when the current locum is off (he covers two 10-hour shifts per week and takes off one week per month)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Maintain overall dental care responsibility for the management of dental services to each patient
• Perform dental assessments, radiographic exams, and treatment, including emergency procedures such as oral surgery, restorative dentistry, and periodontal therapy within the scope of general dentistry
• Formulate working diagnoses, develop and implement treatment plans, and evaluate or modify therapeutic regimens to promote positive patient outcomes
• Evaluate all patients returning from offsite dental visits
• Participate in training and orientation of healthcare staff
• Provide oral hygiene education and discharge instructions to all patients seen
• Supervise and coach dental assistants
• Ensure sterilization and disinfection of equipment

Additional Information

• Wyoming dental license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and DEA certification required
• Preference for candidates experienced in high-volume clinics
• Familiarity with TechCare EMR system

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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