Locum Tenens Dentist - CA Needed in CA

Job Description

Our client in California is seeking a Pediatric Dentist for a 4-day assignment, beginning May 8, 2026. This role involves seeing a high volume of pediatric dentistry patients, performing essential duties such as restorative work, fillings, hygiene checks, and examinations during 9 AM to 6 PM shifts.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive dental care to pediatric patients
• Manage a high patient volume, seeing up to 40-50 patients daily
• Perform restorative work, including fillings, hygiene checks, and cavity treatments
• Conduct dental examinations
• Perform pediatric extractions
• Apply stainless steel crowns
• Perform pulpotomies and pulpectomies
• Opportunity to perform Invisalign treatments if desired (not required)

Additional Information

• EMR: Dentrix

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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