Locum Tenens Dentist - CA Needed in CA

  • ID: 207009
  • Updated June 20th, 2025
  • Job ID 207009
  • Job Title Dentist - CA
  • Provider Type Dentist
  • Specialty Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Hospital
  • Duration 120 Days
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Job Description

Our client in California is seeking a highly skilled Dentist specialized in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery for a locum tenens role focusing on TMJ cases. This 120-day commitment starts on Jul 28, 2025, and involves a Monday-Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The ideal candidate will deliver expert care in TMJ injections and related treatments.

Job Details
  • Location: California
  • Start Date: Jul 28, 2025
  • LOA: 120 days
  • Provider Type Needed: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p

Responsibilities and Duties
  • Diagnose whether TMJ pain is muscular or joint-related and determine the appropriate treatment plan.
  • Perform 6-10 TMJ injections daily, along with a few trigger point injections.
  • Manage new patient assessments, splint deliveries, and bite guard fittings with the HNS department.
  • Provide care to approximately 14 patients per day, with the youngest patients in their early 20s.

Additional Information
  • Required to be proficient in handling regular TMJ cases through substantial experience.
  • Must be licensed in California.
  • Knowledge of Epic EMR system is necessary for maintaining accurate patient records.

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

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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