Dentist - MS

Company: Barton Associates
Location: Hattiesburg
Posted on: June 16, 2026

Job Description:

We are seeking an Orthodontist to join our client in MS for a 48-day assignment starting May 4, 2026. This role involves working Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 5 PM, focusing on supervising facial growth, diagnosing and treating misaligned teeth and jaws, creating comprehensive treatment plans, performing teeth straightening surgery, and installing various dental appliances to correct malocclusion.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Supervise facial growth (jawline and bite) in children
• Diagnose and treat misaligned teeth and jaws (malocclusion)
• Create a treatment plan that includes braces and retainers
• Perform teeth straightening surgery
• Install dental appliances, such as braces, palatal expanders, orthodontic headgear, or Herbst appliances

Additional Information

• EMR: Dentrix

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.

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