Locum Tenens Dentist - CA Needed in California

Dentist - CA

  • ID: 223569A
  • Updated November 10th, 2026
Provider Type Dentist
Specialty Pediatric Dentistry
Job Type Locum Tenens
State California
Practice Setting DSO
Start Date 12/24/2026

We are seeking a dedicated Pediatric Dentist for an 11-day assignment in California, commencing Dec 26, 2023. This role involves seeing a high volume of pediatric dental patients, with a schedule typically running Monday through Friday during day shifts across specific dates in December and January. The Pediatric Dentist will manage a busy patient load, focusing on comprehensive dental care for children.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • See a high volume of pediatric dental patients.
  • Perform restorative work, fillings, hygiene checks, and address cavities.
  • Conduct comprehensive dental exams for children.
  • Execute extractions for pediatric patients, including placement of stainless steel crowns, pulpotomies, and pulpectomies.
  • Offer Invisalign services if comfortable, though it is not a primary requirement.
  • Focus primarily on pediatric-specific dental procedures; limited endodontic cases are anticipated.

Additional Information

  • EMR: Dentrix
  • Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Setting: Outpatient
  • Patients per day: 40-50
  • LOA: 11 Days
  • Staffing Mix: One permanent dentist, 4-6 assistants (one per chair), an office manager, a treatment coordinator, and a receptionist.

Benefits

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

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