Dentist - MO

Job Description

Our client in Missouri seeks a skilled Dentist for a 2-day locum tenens assignment, starting Apr 21, 2026. This role involves an 8am-5pm shift, focusing on comprehensive dental care. The Dentist will be responsible for developing treatment plans, performing impressions, and executing a variety of extractions, from simple to surgical, including full mouth extractions. Delivery of immediate and partial dentures is also a key duty.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Perform impressions, rebases, repairs, wax try-ins, and softliners.
• Execute immediate and partial denture delivery, leveraging an on-site lab for same-day service.
• Conduct various extractions, including simple, surgical (alveoplasty), and full mouth extractions.
• Address restorative work such as bridges, crowns, and fillings in practices where applicable, though the primary focus remains on extractions and dentures.

Additional Information

• EMR: Dentrix, Eaglesoft
• Cases include extractions (simple and surgical, alveoplasty, and full mouth) and dentures (partial and immediate).
• Shift hours: 8am-5pm

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.