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D4C Dental Brands
South Pasadena, California

Pediatric Dentist - PRN coverage

DentistPer Diem

Listed compensation

~ $1300 per day

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Job Description

Little Crown Pediatric Dentistry is growing and is looking for a Pediatric Dentist to join our team. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate provider who enjoys working with children. Our treatment philosophy is offering patient-centered, preventative dental care in a kid-friendly environment.

Our doctors earn competitive pay, enjoy work-life balance, and have a supportive and collaborative team to rely on. This is a PRN (as-needed) opportunity. If you are looking to supplement your income or want flexibility in your schedule, this is a great opportunity for you.

Why Us?

  • Guaranteed Daily Rate (on average ~ $1300 per day)
  • Company sponsored CE opportunities
  • Seasoned Support Staff
  • Clinical autonomy
  • Advanced Technology
  • Modern Facility

Job Duties

Examine, diagnose, prescribe, and carry out services and treatment plans.

Collaborate with other providers on referral cases, as well as all other clinical and non-clinical personnel as necessary.

Uphold the policy, protocol, and procedures which are in compliance with the most current accepted professional standards; as well as our commitment to the Dental Quality Alliance.

Improving clinical skills and acumen through participation in continuing education and training opportunities (continuing education support is available).

Participate in various community outreach initiatives as necessary.

Requirements

  • DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
  • Current, valid license to practice dentistry in state where providing care (License must be in good standing) or eligible for licensure.
  • Other certifications as required by state to include- CPR, DEA, etc.
  • Locations: South Pasenda, Sierra Madre, and Claremont
  • Learn more! littlecrownpediatricdentistry.com

Contact

  • Shaliza Dawood, DMD
  • Director of Doctor Recruiting
  • DrShaliza.Dawood@d4c.com

Little Crown Pediatric Dentistry is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.

Key Responsibilities

The dentist will examine, diagnose, and provide patient-centered dental care while collaborating with clinical and non-clinical staff. They are also responsible for maintaining professional standards and participating in community outreach initiatives.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

DiagnosisTreatment planningPatient careClinical documentationCollaboration

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$338k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $305k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Dentist market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$305k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentist listings in California588 active5,824 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 5% offer loan repayment588 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About D4C Dental Brands

Hospitals and Health Care
Atlanta, Georgia
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Guaranteed Daily Rate (~$1,300/day)
Company sponsored CE opportunities
Seasoned Support Staff
Clinical autonomy
Advanced Technology
Modern Facility

Living in South Pasadena

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.65M
Typical market rent
$2,649/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.