Locum Tenens Dentist - CA Needed in CA

Job Description

We are seeking a Pediatric Dentist for a 1-day assignment with our client in California, starting Jun 20, 2026. This role involves seeing a high volume of pediatric dental patients, performing restorative work, fillings, hygiene checks, and various procedures including extractions, stainless steel crowns, pulpotomies, and pulpectomies, with shifts from 9 AM to 6 PM.

Responsibilities and Duties

• See pediatric dental patients.
• Manage a high patient volume, potentially 40-50 patients per day.
• Perform restorative work and fillings.
• Conduct hygiene checks and routine exams.
• Execute extractions for pediatric patients.
• Place stainless steel crowns.
• Perform pulpotomies and pulpectomies.
• Opportunity to provide Invisalign services, if desired.
• Work daily shifts from 9 AM to 6 PM.

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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