Dentist – General

Zeal Med; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 166,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage provided

Competitive daily bill rate

Job summary

Gowithzealmed seeks a DDS or DMD to join an FQHC in the Shreveport, LA area as a locum dentist. The role includes working with 3 general dentists, 2 rotating hygienists, and 2 dental assistants per dentist, with a patient load of about 10–11 per day. Start ASAP for a 6-month assignment, with potential extension.

The schedule offers 4 days per week, Mon–Thu or Tue–Fri, and a 9–6 extended day once weekly. Medicaid credentialing is required, and there is potential to convert to permanent placement.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD required.
• Active Louisiana dental license.
• Medicaid credentialed (required).
• General dentistry proficiency needed.
• Root canal experience a plus but not required.
• Experience preferred but open to varying levels due to provider shortage.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine general dentistry services: extractions, fillings, exams, cleanings, SRPs, crowns (in-office and lab).
• Manage patient volume of ~10–11 patients/day.
• Collaborate with a team of dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants.
• Maintain high-quality patient care in an FQHC setting.

Skills

General dentistry

DDS or DMD

Medicaid credentialed

Team collaboration

Education

DDS or DMD

Job description

Locum Dentist – FQHC | Shreveport, LA Area

Type: Locum Tenens
Schedule: 4 days/week (Mon–Thu or Tue–Fri); 5 days/week also available. Most days are 8–5, with one extended day per week (9–6)
Start: ASAP
Assignment Length: 6 months with the potential to extend

The Role

You’ll join a team of 3 general dentists, 2 rotating hygienists, and 2 dental assistants assigned to each dentist.

Patient Volume: ~10–11 patients/day

Primary Procedures:

• Extractions
• Fillings
• New patient exams
• Cleanings / SRPs
• Crowns (completed in-office and sent to lab)
• Root canals are a plus, but not required

Patient Population: Primarily adults, with some patients in the 15–19 age range. Pediatric patients are generally limited to emergencies and referred out.

Technology: Digital X-rays with sensor-based imaging, XV Capture software, laptops, and in-operatory desktops. No intraoral cameras. No sedation.

Clinical Focus: Straightforward, bread-and-butter general dentistry. The medical/dental leadership team handles a significant portion of root canal treatment, so strong general dentistry skills are the primary need.

Requirements

• DDS or DMD
• Active Louisiana dental license
• Medicaid credentialed (required)
• General dentistry proficiency
• Root canal experience is a plus, but not required
• Experience preferred, but the team is open to candidates with varying levels of experience given the ongoing provider shortage
• Mission-minded and comfortable working with an underserved patient population

Credentialing: Typical timeline is approximately 45 days. Candidates who are already Medicaid credentialed may be able to expedite the start process.

Why This Role?

• Make a real community impact in an FQHC setting
• Help maintain access to care during an immediate provider gap
• Supportive team with experienced dental leadership
• Established patient base with consistent demand
• Straightforward, bread-and-butter general dentistry
• Flexible 4-day schedule with 5-day option available
• No upfront credentialing costs
• Malpractice coverage provided
• Competitive daily bill rate; weekly pay
• Potential to convert to permanent placement