General Dentist

DentalIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$183K - $210K

Listing transparency3 of 6 stated

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

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

DEA License

Key Skills

Preventive CareDiagnostic DentistryRestorative DentistryPatient-Centered CareInterdisciplinary Collaboration

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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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call

Living in Fortuna

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$435k
Median resident rent
$1,168/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Open Door Community Health Centers

Medical Practices
Arcata, California
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Professional Expense Account
Custom Dental Loupes
Sign-On Bonus
Relocation Assistance