General Dentist
Listed compensation
$183K - $210K
Listing transparency3 of 6 stated
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Committed to Our Community in the Heart of the Redwoods. Removing Barriers to
Healthcare Access
FoCHC Fortuna Community Health Center
Join Our Mission-Driven Team
At Open Door Community Health Centers, we provide every patient with
compassionate, whole-person care through our Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health,
and Pharmacy services across California's North Coast. We are looking for a
General Dentist to join our integrated care team at Fortuna CHC, in Fortuna,
California.
Why Join Open Door?
* Outpatient practice with excellent work-life balance
* Flexible scheduling
* No hospital call
* Teaching, mentorship, and leadership opportunities
* State-of-the-art technology, modern equipment, and a highly trained clinical
team to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered dental care in a safe and
comfortable environment.
Practice at Fortuna Community Health Center
[https://opendoorhealth.com/locations/fortuna-community-health-center/]
As a Dentist, you'll practice at the full scope of general dentistry to all ages
while developing meaningful, long-term relationships with your patients. You'll
provide preventive, diagnostic, restorative, and urgent dental care for
individuals with diverse and often complex oral health needs. Working alongside
interdisciplinary colleagues, you'll help address the social, behavioral, and
medical factors that impact oral health while improving access to quality dental
care in a community that truly values your work.
Live in Fortuna, California
Nestled in the scenic Eel River Valley of Humboldt County, Fortuna—known as "The
Friendly City"—offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere surrounded by towering
redwood forests, rivers, and the Pacific coastline. Enjoy hiking, fishing,
kayaking, mountain biking, and easy access to some of Northern California's most
spectacular natural landscapes, all while maintaining an exceptional quality of
life.
Fortuna The Friendly City [https://fortunachamber.com/]
Education & Experience
* Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from an
accredited dental school
* Completion of an accredited General Practice Residency (GPR) or Advanced
Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) program preferred
* Two to five years of clinical experience preferred, particularly in community
health, public health, rural practice, or caring for underserved populations
* CAP-exempt visa sponsorship available
* Opportunity to participate in our optional one-year AEGD Residency Program
with NYU Langone which holds an 80% post-residency retention rate at ODCHC
Required Licensure & Certifications
Prior to employment, candidates must possess
* Current, unrestricted California dental license
* Current DEA registration
* Current CPR/BLS certification
* Valid California driver's license with an insurable driving record
Comprehensive Benefits
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance
* Retirement plans
* Provider professional expense account
* Custom dental loupes
* Sign-on bonus
* Relocation assistance
* Retention bonus
* Paid sabbatical program
* Eligible for National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment (up to
$250,000 for qualifying providers)
Compensation: $183,276.80 to $210,400.00
Make a Difference in a Community That Values You
Humboldt California's Redwood Coast
[https://visitredwoods.com/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/]
Humboldt County Guide — 101 Things To Do
[https://www.101things.com/humboldt-county]
Take a Walk on the Humboldt Coast [https://youtu.be/8HSmPJWaWQI]
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive general dentistry services, including preventive, diagnostic, and restorative care for patients of all ages. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to address social and medical factors impacting oral health in an underserved community.
Requirements
Requires a DDS or DMD degree and a current, unrestricted California dental license. Preferred candidates have 2-5 years of clinical experience and completion of a GPR or AEGD program.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$197k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $178k 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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