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Loma Linda, California · Remote OK

Educator-Dentist

DentistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$29.36-$41.49/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

  • ## This position is eligible for remote work outside of California. The pay range listed represents the pay scale for California-based employees. For employees working outside of California, the pay range may be adjusted based on the employee's work location. Where location-based adjustments apply, compensation can be up to 20% lower than the posted range. For more detailed information about the compensation range for your area, please contact interstate@llu.edu
  • Job Summary: The Educator-Dentist provides mentorship and instruction to School of Dentistry students assigned to preclinical and clinic education. Manages unexpected situations related to the dental treatment of patients, such as untoward reactions to treatment and emergencies. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience

  • Doctorate Degree in Dentistry or equivalent required.
  • Minimum one year of experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge in the discipline being taught. Possess training and competence to manage unexpected situations related to the dental treatment of patients. Knowledge of current technology and educational media used in teaching and presentations.

Able to effectively communicate changes and instructions in a professional, effective and positive manner. Able to read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e. g., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

Communicate effectively on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload. Relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.

Distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

Licensures and Certifications: Current DDS licensure and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.

Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ.

Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.

Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity.

We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability.

If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909) 651-4001.

Loma Linda University is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964.

No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management.

Loma Linda University prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at Sex Discrimination & Sexual Misconduct Title IX | Loma Linda University (llu.edu).

We appreciate your interest in Loma Linda and wish you success in your job search!

Key Responsibilities

Provide mentorship and instruction to dental students in preclinical and clinic settings. Manage patient treatment emergencies and unexpected clinical situations.

Requirements

Requires a Doctorate Degree in Dentistry, current DDS licensure, and BLS certification. Preference is given to candidates with at least one year of experience.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Clinical InstructionPatient ManagementDental EducationEmergency ResponseProfessional CommunicationCritical ThinkingMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPoint

Dental Education Career Context

Of the 48 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% have no call, 79% require no weekends — this position is remote.

How many Dentist jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.8 / 10 · top 10% in dentistranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$61k–$86kDentist median $98k (middle half $59k–$177k)71 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Work settingremotepeers: 40% no call · 79% no weekends48 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,154 Dentist listings); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Educator-Dentist at Loma Linda a 7.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Top Dentist Jobs

19 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

19 jobs · 15 employers
3
<$245k
4
$245k-300k
10
$300k-355k
1
$400k
1
$500k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

15 jobs
CME allowance
67%
401k / retirement match
67%
Sign-on bonus
33%
Visa sponsorship
20%
Loan repayment
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$300k-$500k
#2

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$200k-$400k
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#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 7.8
Among the best 10% of Dentist listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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