Locum Dental Nurse Salary in Long Beach, CA

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How much does a Locum Dental Nurse make in Long Beach, CA?

As of February 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Locum Dental Nurse in Long Beach, CA is $46,961. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $42,413 to $52,934, with most professionals earning between $38,272 and $58,373.

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What is a Locum Dental Nurse?

A Locum Dental Nurse is a temporary dental nurse who fills in for permanent staff members who are on leave or unable to work. Their responsibilities include assisting the dentist during procedures, preparing and sterilizing instruments, taking and developing dental x-rays, maintaining patient records, and providing support and reassurance to patients. They may also be responsible for administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing the dental office. A Locum Dental Nurse must have strong communication and organizational skills, as well as a thorough understanding of dental procedures and equipment. They must also be able to adapt quickly to different dental practices and work well as part of a team.

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Locum Dental Nurse Salary By Experience Levels in Long Beach, CA

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Locum Dental Nurse Salary By Level of Education in Long Beach, CA

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Average Salary Range for Locum Dental Nurse in Long Beach, CA

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What is the average salary for Locum Dental Nurse in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Locum Dental Nurse in Long Beach, CA. The base salary for Locum Dental Nurse ranges from $42,413 to $52,934 with the average base salary of $46,961. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $43,055 to $54,304 with the average total cash compensation of $47,718.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $46,961 $42,413 - $52,934
Bonus $757 $642 - $1,370
Total Pay $47,718 $43,055 - $54,304
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Locum Dental Nurse Salary Near Long Beach, CA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Long Beach, CA
CITY, STATE Carson, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,758 - $53,365 COMPARE TO Long Beach, CA
CITY, STATE Norwalk, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,798 - $53,415 COMPARE TO Long Beach, CA
CITY, STATE Pasadena, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,053 - $53,734 COMPARE TO Long Beach, CA
CITY, STATE Torrance, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,758 - $53,365 COMPARE TO Long Beach, CA
CITY, STATE Inglewood, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,053 - $53,734 COMPARE TO Long Beach, CA
CITY, STATE Downey, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,852 - $53,483 COMPARE TO Long Beach, CA
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About Long Beach, California    Long Beach is a city on the Pacific Coast of the United States, within the Los Angeles metropolitan area of Southern California. As of 2010, its popul....More

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