General Dentist
Listed compensation
$200k-$450k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- Dental Care of Pearlridge – Kokua Smiles
- Aiea, HI
- Job Types: Full-time or Part-time
- Work Location: In person
About the Position
Dental Care of Pearlridge, part of Kokua Smiles, is seeking a General Dentist to join our team in Aiea, Oahu. We offer a supportive clinical environment, modern dental technology, and clinical autonomy to help you provide quality, patient-centered care.
Schedule: Part-time: Sundays and Mondays.
Full-time: Four days per week, with the specific schedule discussed during the interview.
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive dental examinations, diagnose oral health conditions, and develop individualized treatment plans.
Provide preventive and restorative dentistry, including fillings, crowns, bridges, and other procedures within your training and clinical scope.
Perform extractions, endodontic treatment, and implant procedures as appropriate to your experience and patient needs.
- Explain treatment recommendations and preventive care to patients.
- Maintain accurate patient records using Open Dental.
- Collaborate with dental hygienists, assistants, and administrative staff.
- Follow applicable clinical, infection control, and patient privacy requirements.
Qualifications
- DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
- Active Hawaii dental license, or ability to obtain one before starting clinical work.
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to patient comfort and quality care.
- Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team.
- Familiarity with Open Dental is preferred; training is available.
- Prior clinical experience is preferred.
Compensation
Estimated annual earnings for full-time providers: $200,000–$450,000, depending on production and the agreed compensation structure.
Daily guarantee and a percentage of adjusted production, with terms outlined in the provider agreement.
Production compensation ranging from 32%–40%, depending on the selected compensation option and applicable production tiers.
Part-time compensation is based on the agreed daily guarantee and production structure. The annual full-time earnings range does not apply to the part-time schedule.
- Weekend incentives may be available for eligible providers.
- Signing bonus and relocation assistance may be available, depending on the compensation package.
Benefits
- The following may be available based on employment status, eligibility, and the provider agreement:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Continuing education reimbursement.
- Malpractice coverage.
Our Practice
Our team values collaboration, respectful communication, and patient-centered treatment. Providers have opportunities for mentorship and professional development while maintaining clinical autonomy.
How to Apply
- Please submit your resume or CV through Indeed for consideration.
- Kokua Smiles is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 40 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 40% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Hawaii is 110.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$325k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $295k in an average-cost state. 64.8% of Hawaii clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$295k in purchasing power | Hawaii index 110.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Hawaii | 23 active | 5,720 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 40% no call · 78% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
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