Dentist - Full-Time | 0.8 FTE | Bilingual preferred
Listed compensation
$150k-$245k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a reputable health center in La Puente, CA committed to providing access to high-quality healthcare while empowering patients, employees, and community partners to improve their well-being and strengthen the health of the communities they serve.
- We are looking to hire a qualified and experienced Dentist for their Dental Clinic.
- Reporting to the Dental Director, the Dentist is responsible for delivering quality dental care while overseeing and supervising dental hygienists and assistants.
- Schedule: Full-Time | 0.8 FTE
- What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver dental services directly to patients
- Adhere to the health center’s Dental and Medical Clinic protocols and policies
- Follow established industry standards and guidelines
- Supervise clinical support staff as required by law and health center needs
- Support program development in consultation with the Dental Director
- Promote cost-effective practices within the dental department
- Maintain quality assurance standards in collaboration with the Dental Director
- Participate in provider meetings and related activities
- Participate in additional activities as directed by the Dental Director
What We Are Looking For
- Education, License and Certification
- DDS or DMD degree
- Current California dental license in good standing
- Current CPR certification
- Additional Skills and Attributes
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
- Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet programs
- Ability to accurately document treatment notes, care plans, records, and reports
- Ability to efficiently manage multiple dental operatories
What You Can Expect
Work Environment
- Active clinical setting requiring periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching
- Regular interaction with patients, staff, and providers
- Collaborative work in a small, shared office environment
- Patient-focused environment requiring clear communication, education, and support
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance (Basic + Voluntary)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 403(b) Retirement plan with 6% match
If you are a dedicated dental professional who values compassionate care, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact in the community, this is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a mission-driven health center and help improve the patient experience. Apply today!
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree and possess a current California dental license in good standing. A current CPR certification and the ability to manage multiple dental operatories are also required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% have no call, 82% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$198k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $179k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $150k–$245k | Dentist median $219k (middle half $193k–$275k)40 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$179k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in California | 589 active | 5,775 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 40% no call · 82% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California healthcare professional listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 4% offer loan repayment589 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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