Dentist - NC (Weekend Coverage)

Wellhart is seeking a skilled locum tenens dentist for a brief but impactful two-day assignment in North Carolina. This weekend coverage role offers an excellent opportunity for dental professionals looking to make a difference in a short timeframe. The position requires providing essential dental services on February 27-28, 2025, from 8am to 5pm each day. The facility is equipped with an on-site lab for same-day services, allowing for efficient patient care.

Location: North Carolina

Hours: 8am - 5pm

Schedule: February 27-28, 2025 (2 days)

Start Date: February 27, 2025

Job Details:

This locum tenens role focuses primarily on extractions and denture-related procedures, with the possibility of some restorative work. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both simple and surgical extractions, including alveoplasty and full mouth extractions. Familiarity with immediate and partial denture procedures is essential.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform treatment plans, impressions, rebases, repairs, wax try-ins, and soft liners

• Handle immediate and partial denture delivery and related steps

• Conduct simple and surgical extractions, including alveoplasty and full mouth extractions

• Potentially perform restorative work such as bridges, crowns, and fillings (approximately 10% of cases)

• Utilize on-site lab for same-day services

• Maintain proper documentation and patient records

Requirements:

• Valid DDS or DMD degree

• Active dental license

• Current DEA certification (preferred, some exceptions may be granted)

• Certificate of Insurance (COI)

• Experience with extractions (simple and surgical, including alveoplasty and full mouth)

• Proficiency in immediate and partial denture procedures

• Flexibility to work the specified weekend schedule

Apply now to learn more about this locum tenens dentist job with Wellhart.

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.