About the Role

Locum Tenens General Dentist Needed – Eureka, California

The Opportunity

We are actively seeking two General Dentists for a locum tenens assignment with the option for permanent placement in Eureka, California. Providers must be willing to work a minimum of three months, with the option to extend. No exceptions.

Schedule & Logistics

Dates of Need: Minimum three-month locum tenens assignment with option to extend and option for permanent placement.

Shift Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.

Coverage Requirements: Two dentists needed. Providers must be willing to see patients of all ages.

Decision Timeline: A decision is typically made within 7-14 days.

Clinical Scope & Facility Details

Patient Volume: 16-18 patients per day.

Patient Demographics: 50% pediatric and 50% adult; provider must see all ages.

Charting Requirement: Chart closure required within 72 hours.

Assignment Type: Locums tenens with option for permanent placement.

Facility Location: Eureka, California.

Procedures & Competencies

Required Core Procedures: General dentistry services for patients of all ages.

Preferred Skills: Comfort treating both pediatric and adult patients.

Required Qualifications

Specialty: General Dentist.

Licensure: Active, unrestricted California dental license required.

Certifications: Active DEA needed before starting.

Credentialing Timeframe: Credentialing takes 30-60 days; six weeks is standard for locums who submit application and documents timely.

Required Immunizations: Flu vaccine; TB status/X-ray results within 90 days before start date; positive MMR titer or complete immunization series; positive Hep B titer or complete immunization series; positive Varicella Zoster titer or complete immunization series; Tdap within the last 10 years.

Compensation & Travel

Rate: Competitive rate $150-$175; details to be discussed based on experience and availability.

Travel & Lodging: Covered within expense caps: airfare up to $800 per flight or $1,600 round trip; lodging up to $2,200/month; rental car up to $1,500/month. Prior written approval is required if caps are exceeded.

Malpractice: Malpractice coverage provided for locum tenens assignment.

Pay and Benefits

$250/hr

Benefits, overtime, allowances and any conditions are set by the employer and may not be listed above — confirm the full package before accepting an offer.

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