Job: Pediatric or General Dentist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage Near Richmond, Virginia
Job Type: Full Time
Company Name: LocumTenens.com
Location: Virginia
Category: Dental
Expiration: November 15, 2026
This Job at a Glance
Job Reference Id: ORD-222611-MD-VA
Title: MD
Dates Needed: January - June
Shift Type: Day Shift
Assignment Type: Clinic
Call Required: No
Board Certification Required: Yes
Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility
This pediatric dental clinic near Richmond, Virginia operates as a private practice serving patients ages 10 and older. The facility is structured to support a high volume of preventive and restorative cases, with dedicated dental assistants at each chair and a hygienist on staff. Clinical workflows are designed to deliver consistent, patient-centered dental care within a structured outpatient environment.
About the Facility Location
The Richmond, Virginia area offers a range of outdoor and cultural experiences suited to varied interests. Clinicians on assignment may enjoy whitewater rafting and kayaking on the James River, as well as rock climbing, hiking, and cycling along the 52-mile Capital Trail. The region also features a well-established arts scene with street murals, galleries, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, the Institute for Contemporary Art, and a monthly art walk in the Arts District. Additional attractions include the Canal Walk, the Poe Museum, the Science Museum of Virginia, and a recognized dining and craft beer destination.
About the Clinician's Workday
Clinicians will provide preventive and restorative dental care to pediatric patients ages 10 and older at an on-site clinic near Richmond, Virginia. The standard schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a lunch break; an optional Friday shift from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM or 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM is available. The expected patient volume is approximately 40 preventive cleanings and 10 restorative cases per day, utilizing Open Dental software. No call coverage and no weekend availability are required for this assignment.
Additional Job Details
Case Load/PPD: 40 preventive cleanings and 10 restorative cases per day
Support Staff: 1 dental hygienist; 1 dental assistant per chair
Patient Population: Peds
Location Type: On-Site
Prescriptive Authority Required: No
Government: No
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