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Aria Community Health Center
Porterville, California

Dentist - Pediatric

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$160k-$225k

The week · per this posting4-day week

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Porterville 174 - Porterville, CA 93257Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $160,000.00 - $225,000.00 Base+Commission/yearJob Shift: DayJob Category: Health CareACHC is more than a healthcare provider—we are a trusted partner in community health.

As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we offer affordable, patient-centered care that includes medical, dental, and specialty services such as Chiropractic, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Pediatrics, Psychology, Podiatry, and Optometry.

Our clinics serve diverse populations across Fresno, Kings, and Tulare counties, ensuring that everyone has access to the care they need. SUMMARY A knowledgeable dentist who can provide a range of services to our patients.

The dentist will meet with patients, assess their dental health, perform scheduled cleanings, handle complex procedures, such as root canals, extractions, and oral surgery, and work with other staff members, such as dental hygienists and assistants, to provide our patients with quality dental services.

You should also be able to assist in the management of the practice and promoting better oral hygiene. To be successful, you should be caring, communicative, and experienced in diagnosing and treating dental ailments.

You should also be skilled with the various tools and procedures needed to correct dental complaints and ensure the oral health of patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES Integrates the Mission, Vision, Values into daily activities and decisions, both individually and departmentally. Performs all duties in compliance with the Aria values and ethical behavior standards.

Knowledge of procedures and regulatory requirements that will appropriately guide and support the provision of the services/treatment to be provided. Possesses a working knowledge of department related JCAHO, Title XXII, OSHA, and professional organization standards, principles, and techniques.

Demonstrates the ability to problem solve. Identifies real/potential problems affecting service and finds solutions to improve care. Meet with patients to discuss and treat dental concerns. Performs regular cleanings and other preventative procedures. Establishes a plan for better dental hygiene.

Performs dental procedures, such as extractions, root canals, and filling cavities. Developing treatment plans to deal with dental health issues. Applies helpful agents to teeth, such as sealants. Prescribes medications for dental problems, such as pain medications or antibiotics.

Orders diagnostic measures, such as x-rays, models, etc. Uses tools, such as drills, probes, brushes, or mirrors, to examine and treat teeth and mouth. Performs exams and evaluating x-rays to determine a patient’s dental health.

Manages and communicates appropriately with other staff members to provide care to patients. Keeps accurate and timely records relating to the oral health of patients and the treatments given to them. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Interacts with patients appropriately and instructs them on proper oral care.

Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS Comprehensive knowledge of dental procedures, tools, and diagnostics. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree from a dental program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. A state license to practice dentistry.

PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS The physical and cognitive demands listed below represent essential functions of this position and are required with or without reasonable accommodation: Hearing: Sufficient to engage with patients and staff in person and by telephone.

Speaking: Clear verbal communication to convey medical and operational information. Vision: Visual acuity adequate for reading printed materials and viewing electronic screens.

Cognitive Abilities: Aptitude to complete tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision-making, problem-solving, and comprehending.

Motor Function & Mobility: Ability to move within the work environment to complete tasks and interact with others. Occasional lifting and carrying of items up to 10 pounds without assistance. Frequent standing, sitting, bending, reaching, and other movements typical of a standard workday.

Regular use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, operating tools or equipment, and handling materials. Some pushing and pulling required during daily tasks.

BENEFITS 403(B) matching Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Vacation Pay Sick Pay Forgivable Loan Program Production Compensation 4-day work week EEO STATEMENT Aria Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Aria Community Health Center participates in E-Verify.

Key Responsibilities

The dentist will perform a range of dental services including cleanings, root canals, extractions, and oral surgery while developing comprehensive treatment plans for patients. They are also responsible for managing dental records, instructing patients on oral hygiene, and collaborating with dental staff to ensure quality care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree from an accredited program. A valid state license to practice dentistry is required along with comprehensive knowledge of dental tools, procedures, and diagnostic techniques.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Treatment planningPatient assessmentPreventative dentistryDiagnostic imagingOral hygiene instructionClinical documentationMedication prescriptionTeam collaboration

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$193k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $174k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Aria Community Health Center holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 6 active listings.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dentist - Pediatric at Aria Community Health Center a 7.1 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.

Top Pediatrics Jobs

6 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution5 jobs · 4 employers

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Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution6 jobs · 4 employers

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#1

Dentist: Pediatric Exp. Req. - New York (Upstate) - Top Rated Comp. PlanContract

PDS Management Services · Plattsburgh, New York

$475k
#2

Pediatrics-Focused Dentist

Westphalia Holdings · Sacramento, California

$230k-$461k
#3

General Dentist- Focused on Pediatrics

$200k-$400k
#4

Pediatric Dentist

$1,200+/day
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 7.1
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.

Living in Porterville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$332k≈ 2.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,431/mo≈ 11% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
99.8
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Visalia, 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

403(B) matching
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Vacation Pay
Sick Pay
Forgivable Loan Program