Barton Associates
We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a 12-day locum tenens assignment in Alabama, starting Jan 19, 2026. This position offers a Monday through Thursday schedule with day shifts from 8am to 5pm. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience and thrive in a fast-paced environment, providing comprehensive dental care to both adults and children.
Job Details
Responsibilities and Duties
Additional Information
Benefits
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.
Job Details
- Location: Alabama
- Start Date: Jan 19, 2026
- LOA: 12 days
- Provider Type Needed: Dentist
- Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8am - 5pm
Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform hygiene checks, fillings, crowns, and bridges
- Complete premolar and anterior root canals, as well as molar endodontic procedures
- Conduct simple and surgical extractions, including 3rd molar extractions
- Perform bone grafts and implant restorations
- Provide full and partial dentures
- Conduct pulpotomies, pulpectomies, extractions, and hygiene checks for pediatric patients
- Refer out only when necessary
Additional Information
- Must have an active Alabama dental license
- Required certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
- Minimum 1 year of dental experience required
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced setting
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.