Part-Time Associate Dentist | Consistent Saturday Schedule
Listed compensation
$76.92-$88.46/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
The Staff Pad has partnered with a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center in Pomona, CA, committed to improving the health and well-being of underserved communities. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Associate Dentist to join a collaborative dental team and provide high-quality care to patients during our Saturday clinic hours.
This opportunity is ideal for a provider seeking a consistent part-time schedule while making a meaningful impact in an underserved community.
Schedule: Part-Time | Saturdays only| Consistent weekly schedule
Additional weekday coverage opportunities may be available
Why Join This Opportunity?
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Provider incentive bonus opportunity
- National Health Service Corps (NHSC) approved site
- Paid sick time
- Dedicated support team, including Dental Assistants, Hygienists, and Front Office staff
- Clinical mentorship and support from the Dental Supervisor and Chief Dental Officer
- Opportunity to develop a long-term employment relationship with a growing organization
What You'll Do
As an Associate Dentist, you will provide comprehensive preventive, restorative, and emergency dental care to both pediatric and adult patients in a fast-paced Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment. You will play a key role in improving oral health outcomes while supporting patient education, team development, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Provide routine and emergency dental services, including diagnosis, treatment planning, oral examinations, restorative procedures, crown and bridge work, removable prosthetics, uncomplicated endodontics, and minor oral surgery
- Initiate and interpret diagnostic x-rays and laboratory studies
- Administer and prescribe anesthetics, medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate
- Refer patients to specialty providers and other care services when indicated
- Educate patients and families on oral health, disease prevention, and treatment options
- Direct, coordinate, and supervise the clinical activities of Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists
- Collaborate with medical, behavioral health, and dental providers in an integrated care setting
- Support clinic quality, productivity, and patient satisfaction initiatives
- Participate in staff training, community health promotion, and safety/compliance programs
Partner with the Chief Dental Officer to support clinic productivity, scheduling, quality initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts
Maintain compliance with all federal, state, local, and organizational regulations, policies, and safety standards
- Adapt quickly to clinic workflows and EDR systems & maintain an efficient patient schedule
- Meet quality and productivity benchmarks & deliver exceptional patient experiences
What We Are Looking For
- Required Qualifications
- DDS or DMD degree from an ADA-accredited dental school
- Current, valid, and unrestricted California Dental License
- Current DEA registration and CPR certification (BCLS/ACLS)
- 2+ years of clinical dental practice experience
- Experience treating both pediatric and adult patients
- Proficiency with Electronic Dental Records (EDR/EHR)
- Strong clinical, communication, leadership, and patient service skills
Additional Skills & Attributes
- Experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or community health center setting preferred
- Experience with NextGen EDR preferred
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
- Passion for serving underserved communities
- Comfortable in fast-paced, high-volume settings
- Flexible, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
- Strong leader, mentor, and team player
- Builds trust with diverse patient populations
- Committed to quality improvement, patient satisfaction & continuous learning
If you are a compassionate dentist looking for a rewarding opportunity to serve your community while enjoying a consistent Saturday schedule, this could be the perfect fit. Join a supportive dental team where your expertise can make a meaningful difference in the lives of the patients you serve. Apply today!
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an ADA-accredited school and possess a current, unrestricted California Dental License. A minimum of 2 years of clinical dental practice experience and proficiency with Electronic Dental Records are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 40 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% 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 ~$172k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $155k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.1 / 10 · above average in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$155k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in California | 589 active | 5,775 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 45% no call · 78% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California healthcare professional listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 4% offer loan repayment589 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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