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DAP Health
Coachella, California

Dentist

DentalIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$148k-$178k

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Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: Coachella Valley Community Health Center - Coachella, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $148333.00 - $178000.00Salary, Job Category: Health Care, At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all.

As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable.

Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If you're looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission.

DAP Health is happy to offer a new hire bonus for this position Job Summary The Dentist diagnoses and treats dental conditions, injuries, and irregularities of the oral cavity and related tissues and provides education regarding prevention and oral hygiene.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None Essential Duties/Responsibilities Administrative Functions: Coordinate the preparation of reports and written documentation as required by the department, company, and State and Federal agencies Maintain proper, detailed, and accurate dental records Travel between clinics to work, as needed Be on call, as scheduled, by the Director of Dental Services Assist Clinic Manager/Director of Dental Services in supervising the dental staff and assuring that clinic is compliant with State and Federal guidelines Meet productivity goals, as set by DAP Health, assist the Clinic Manager, and work with dental staff to accomplish those goals Maintain a professional demeanor with patients, staff, and administration Supervise Dental Assistants Understand the organization’s commitment to provide high-quality patient care and promote a patient-centered environment Perform other tasks, as directed by the Director of Dental Services, as needed to meet clinic or organization goals Perform other tasks, as directed by the Director of Dental Services, as needed to meet clinic or organization goals Clinical Functions: Examine, diagnose, and treat dental conditions to provide optimum care to patients Consult with the patient/parent/guardian and advise them of dental status and required treatment Educate patients regarding oral conditions, provide treatment options, and explain to the patient/parent/guardian the risks, benefits, and alternatives of each option Treat dental conditions for patients of all ages, and if unable to provide a particular service, provide the patient with the appropriate specialty referral (Board certified/qualified Pedodontics are exempted from treating adult patients) Treat soft/hard tissues diseases of the oral cavity, perform surgery on oral tissues, when necessary, render prosthetic treatment, when indicated, and design and place orthodontic appliances for interceptive orthodontics Provide quality care to the patients of DAP Health, within the scope of practice outlined by state and/or federal law Deliver care in accordance with established standards of care and accepted community standards Qualifications: Required Skills/Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills Effective interpersonal skills Bilingual in Spanish/English, strongly preferred Computer skills involving word processing email and dental management programs such as Media Dent preferable Proficient in preventative and restorative dental treatment procedures Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern dentistry and its application, techniques, procedures, and equipment Demonstrate strong leadership skills and qualities Education and Experience DDS/DMD Degree from an accredited dental school Licensed to practice dentistry in the State of California Current BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Current DEA License Meet all credentialing and privileging requirements 2 years’ experience or GPR preferable Current BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross DEA Certificate Experience working with a non-profit FQHC Dental clinic preferred Experience working with LGBTQ community, homeless, and those with substance use conditions preferred Working Conditions/Physical

Requirements

This position is on-site at a DAP Health Clinic This job operates in a clinic setting and requires frequent times of sitting, standing, repetitive motion, and talking Able to lift/move up to 40 pounds, move from place to place, and stand for long periods of time

Key Responsibilities

The Dentist is responsible for diagnosing and treating dental conditions, injuries, and irregularities while providing patient education on oral hygiene. They also coordinate administrative documentation, supervise dental assistants, and ensure clinic compliance with state and federal guidelines.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school and possess a valid California dental license. Additionally, the role requires current BLS and DEA certifications, with a preference for two years of experience in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

BLS (preferred)DEA License (preferred)Board Certification (preferred)

Key Skills

DiagnosisTreatment planningPreventative dental treatmentDental management softwareClinical documentationSupervision

General Dentistry Career Context

Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 44% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$163k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $147k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution27 jobs · 23 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs · 23 employers

401k / retirement match
88% this job
CME allowance
67%
Sign-on bonus
29% this job
Loan repayment
25%
Relocation assistance
21%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of General Dentistry (Dental) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 947 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Coachella

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$401k≈ 2.7× annual pay
Median resident rent
$1,144/mo≈ 9% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.4
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

New Hire Bonus
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off