General Dentist – Temporary Assignment

PopUp Smiles; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 221,000; Part time

Job summary

PopUp Smiles is seeking a licensed General Dentist for a mobile, temporary assignment in Torrance, CA. You will deliver comprehensive dental care in a fast-paced, on-site setting, collaborating with a field team to serve workplaces and communities.

The ideal candidate holds a DDS or DMD, a California license, CPR/BLS, and experience with high-volume restoratives, extractions, and root canal therapy as appropriate. This short-term opportunity offers daily compensation of $1,000–$1,200 DOE.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
• Active, unrestricted California dental license.
• Current malpractice insurance.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Strong restorative, diagnostic, and treatment-planning skills.
• Ability to maintain clinical efficiency without compromising patient care.
• Excellent communication skills and a dependable, team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatment planning.
• Perform restorative procedures, including fillings and same-day crowns.
• Provide extractions and other general dental procedures within clinical competency.
• Perform anterior root canal therapy when comfortable and clinically appropriate.
• Collaborate with dental hygienists, assistants, and field teams to maintain efficient patient flow.
• Maintain accurate electronic patient records and clinical documentation.
• Follow all applicable infection control, OSHA, HIPAA, and Nebraska dental regulations.
• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Clinical dentistry

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

DDS or DMD degree

Tools

Electronic health records

CPR/BLS

Job description

Temporary General Dentist – Torrance

Company: PopUp Smiles, Inc.
Location: Torrance, CA 90501
Assignment Dates: November 4th 2026
Position Type: Temporary
Compensation: $1000–$1,200 Daily Base, DOE

Ready for a Different Kind of Dental Experience?

Are you a confident, skilled General Dentist who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment?

Do you enjoy working with collaborative teams, treating diverse patient populations, and delivering exceptional care?

Are you looking for a flexible, short-term opportunity that allows you to put your clinical expertise to work?

If so, PopUp Smiles wants to connect with you!

We're seeking a dependable General Dentist to support an upcoming mobile dental assignment in Torrence.

This isn't your traditional dental office. Our mobile operations require efficiency, adaptability, and strong clinical judgment. Days can be demanding, and patient flow can be steady, but you'll have the opportunity to experience an innovative approach to dentistry while making a meaningful impact.

About PopUp Smiles

PopUp Smiles is a nationwide mobile dental healthcare provider headquartered in Newport Beach, California. We deliver comprehensive dental services directly to workplaces, schools, residential communities, and underserved areas.

Our mission is to make high-quality dental care more accessible by bringing the dental office directly to patients.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, patient-focused General Dentist who can confidently deliver comprehensive dental care in a mobile clinical environment.

The ideal candidate is efficient, adaptable, clinically skilled, and comfortable collaborating with a team to maintain excellent patient care throughout a busy schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatment planning.
• Perform restorative procedures, including fillings and same-day crowns.
• Provide extractions and other general dental procedures within clinical competency.
• Perform anterior root canal therapy when comfortable and clinically appropriate.
• Collaborate with dental hygienists, assistants, and field teams to maintain efficient patient flow.
• Maintain accurate electronic patient records and clinical documentation.
• Follow all applicable infection control, OSHA, HIPAA, and Nebraska dental regulations.
• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

Required

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
• Active, unrestricted California dental license.
• Current malpractice insurance.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Strong restorative, diagnostic, and treatment-planning skills.
• Ability to maintain clinical efficiency without compromising patient care.
• Excellent communication skills and a dependable, team-oriented attitude.

Preferred

• Experience in high-volume general dentistry.
• Experience with same-day crowns and extractions. (If necessary, not required)
• Experience with anterior root canals. (If necessary)
• Previous mobile dentistry experience.

Mobile dentistry experience is not required.

Who Will Thrive in This Role?

We're looking for a dentist who is confident in their clinical abilities, comfortable with a busy schedule, and capable of adapting to a different style of dental care delivery.

Someone who takes initiative, communicates effectively, and understands the importance of teamwork.

This position isn't for everyone, and that's okay.

We're looking for professionals who embrace responsibility, maintain high standards, and take pride in providing exceptional patient care.

Interested? Apply Today!

If you're a licensed Nebraska General Dentist looking for a rewarding temporary opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

PopUp Smiles — Dental care designed around real life.