General Dentist
Listed compensation
$170K–$230K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
The general Dentist is responsible for the day-to-day dental operations at the center(s), providing high quality dental care services to PACE participants. In addition, the general dentist will ensure smooth functioning of the dental clinics in collaboration with dental and auxiliary staff. Physical attendance at an InnovAge facility is essential to performing the job duties.
- Clinical – 80%
- Performs initial and recall dental diagnosis and develops the dental treatment plan in conjunction with the PACE IDT, participant and/or family
- Present patients their dental treatment plan and /or treatment options and communicates options clearly
Effectively communicate with dental staff and medical IDT team to give the best possible treatment to the participant
Provides high quality dental care to the participants in a professional and caring manner, in accordance with standard of care established by dental profession.
Educates the participants, family members and community about oral health
Ensure thorough documentation of patient charts which includes medical history, existing conditions and previous dental work. Progress notes are complete, clear and comprehensive. Informed consent and patient vital signs documented when needed.
Performs all functions and provides care in following all rules and regulations of the state’s dental practice act, OSHA, HIPPA and all state and federal agencies in accordance with the law.
- Ensure that all applicable policies and procedures are known and adhered to.
- Ensure safe working environment by following OSHA and Dental Practice Act guidelines
- Practice Support – 10%
- Communicate schedule changes to Director Dental Services in a timely manner to ensure continuous patient care
- Work scheduled hours and provide appropriate schedule coverage when necessary
- Adhere to patient scheduling process
- Monitor and control practice expenses within budgeted amounts
- Actively coordinate and support marketing directives to increase patient participation
- Supervision - 10%
- Effectively supervises by example and leadership, motivation and direction to employees of the organization.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable state and federal employment laws.
Helps set the tone of the department to ensure morale, team work, and that the positive employment culture of the organization is maintained.
Regularly attends leadership/management, department, and staff 1:1 as a forum for communication, to ensure coordination and collaboration in meeting organization and individual goals.
Required
- D.D.S or D.M.D Degree from U.S. accredited dental school
- Current dental license for state in which practicing
- Current CPR certification
- Current DEA license and adequate malpractice coverage
- 3+ years practice experience or GPR/ AEGD equivalent
- 1+ year working with the frail or elderly
InnovAge is dedicated to empowering seniors to live independently, allowing them to age in their own homes and communities safely.
InnovAge offers an alternative to nursing homes through its Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which provides enrolled seniors with customized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers.
These centers are staffed by medical professionals who are committed to creating personalized care plans for each participant. At InnovAge, our team members are our greatest asset and have a significant impact on the lives of our participants every day.
When you join InnovAge, you'll work alongside talented, respectful, and passionate colleagues within a patient-centered care model.
InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected status.
Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications, experience, and location, and do not include potential bonuses or benefits.
Our extensive benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance and AD&D, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.
Applicants are considered until the position is filled.
$170,300 - $230,000
Compensation Disclaimer
The pay may vary depending on job related factors, such as work location, experience, knowledge, skills, education, certifications, training and internal equity. InnovAge offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with company match, short and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental life insurance, ADD, flexible spending account, paid time off and company paid holidays.
Attention Florida Applicants
This position requires a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
For more information, please visit the Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website: info.flclearinghouse.com
Agency Disclaimer
InnovAge will not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practices, all candidates/resumes submitted by search firms to InnovAge by any means without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the property of InnovAge and no fee will be paid in the event such candidate is hired by InnovAge.
Fraud Disclaimer
- InnovAge is committed to maintaining a safe, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all candidates.
- Please be aware that all legitimate email communication regarding InnovAge job opportunities will come exclusively from an email address ending in @innovage.com.
- At no point in our hiring process will InnovAge:
Request payment from candidates for equipment, background checks, onboarding, training, or any other employment‑related purpose
Ask for financial information (such as bank account details) before a formal offer and onboarding process is completed through our official systems
If you receive a message claiming to represent InnovAge that does not align with the above, it may be fraudulent. We encourage you to exercise caution and refrain from engaging or sharing personal information.
If you believe you have been contacted by someone misrepresenting InnovAge, please report the activity to HRAnswers@innovage.com or apply directly through our official career site to ensure the opportunity is legitimate.
Your trust matters to us, and we appreciate your interest in joining InnovAge.
Key Responsibilities
The general dentist is responsible for providing high-quality dental care to PACE participants and overseeing daily dental clinic operations. They will collaborate with the medical IDT team, manage dental staff, and ensure all clinical documentation and regulatory compliance standards are met.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree from a U.S. accredited school and possess a current state dental license. Additionally, applicants require at least three years of practice experience or equivalent residency training, along with experience working with the frail or elderly.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates General Dentist at Innov Age a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Dentistry Career Context
Of the 43 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 42% have no call, 77% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · above average in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Dentist median $225k (middle half $195k–$275k)40 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | California index 110.7 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in California | 557 active | 5,623 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 42% no call · 77% no weekends43 benchmarked listings |
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