Location: Tehachapi, CA

Start Date: 03-02-2026

End Date: 07-05-2026

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Day shift

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $40 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality dental care to patients in the facility, including exams, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Perform restorative procedures, extractions and other clinically indicated treatments within scope
• Maintain clear, accurate dental records and documentation for each patient encounter
• Follow infection control protocols and maintain a safe, compliant clinical environment
• Collaborate with facility staff to coordinate patient care and ensure security procedures are observed
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions
• Participate in orientation and any required facility trainings to ensure smooth integration

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree (or equivalent) — you know your dentistry
• Active state dental license (California license preferred or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Clinical experience providing general dentistry; correctional facility experience is a plus
• Willingness to complete required background checks and facility-specific onboarding
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work respectfully within a multidisciplinary team

Education

• DDS or DMD (Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry)

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency in general dental procedures: exams, restorations, extractions and emergency care
• Familiarity with dental charting, recordkeeping and basic radiographic interpretation
• Knowledge of infection control and OSHA/CDC guidelines for dental settings
• Ability to work efficiently in a structured, security-conscious environment
• Good patient education and interpersonal skills to build rapport quickly

Benefits

• Work/life balance with a predictable Monday–Friday day schedule — time to enjoy local trails after work
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage options
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement for required paperwork
• Professional support including orientation and on-site onboarding
• A supportive team environment where your clinical skills matter
• Opportunities for continuing education and clinical skill development
• Referral program to reward you for helping us grow the team

Travel Perks: Explore Tehachapi, CA

This is a short-term assignment in Tehachapi, a charming mountain town with plenty to explore: walk the famous Tehachapi Loop and visit the local Depot Railroad Museum, enjoy scenic hikes and mountain biking on nearby trails, take in views of the Tehachapi Pass wind farm, and savor small-town cafes and local eats. Bakersfield is a short drive away for more dining and entertainment, and day trips to nearby parks make weekends easy to enjoy.

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