Locum General Dentist

About the role

Looking for the flexibility of locum dentistry without giving up the autonomy to practice the dentistry you believe in? Smile Brands offers locum dentists the opportunity to choose assignments that fit their schedule, lifestyle and career goals, with the support of a team behind you. Earn $1,200 per day plus production upside, giving you the opportunity to earn beyond your daily rate based on your production, a key advantage over traditional staffing agencies. Whether you’re looking for a short-term assignment, ongoing flexibility or a longer-term opportunity, we’ll help you find an assignment that’s the right fit. Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states, all focused on delivering Smiles For Everyone!®.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough dental examinations, diagnose oral health issues, and develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment maintenance to promote long-term oral health.
• Lead your team, dental assistants, hygienists, and other staff members to ensure smooth patient care and treatment coordination.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including treatment plans, procedures performed, and patient progress.
• Stay updated on advancements in dentistry, attend seminars, and pursue ongoing education to provide the latest and best treatments.
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards, following regulatory guidelines and ensuring patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited school
• Active state dental license, CPR Certification, and DEA License (or in process of obtaining)
• Controlled Substance License (if required by the state)
• Legally authorized to work in the US. Sponsorship available for qualified candidates.

Benefits

• $1,200 per day + production upside
• Flexible short- and long-term assignments
• Autonomy to choose opportunities that fit your schedule
• Travel expenses covered for eligible assignments
• Opportunities across multiple markets
• Support from a dedicated Smile Brands team
• Opportunity to experience different practices and communities
• Ability to build a schedule around your lifestyle and career goals
• Malpractice insurance, health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan
• Complimentary CEs and access to other internal training opportunities to support your growth

Pay

Base pay of $1,200 per day with production upside allowing earnings beyond the daily rate.

Schedule

Schedule is flexible to accommodate your lifestyle.