Associate Dentist
Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Associate Dentist to join our vibrant dental team. In this role, you will deliver comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages, ensuring optimal oral health and patient satisfaction. Your expertise in general dentistry, combined with your ability to communicate effectively and provide compassionate care, will contribute to creating a positive and welcoming environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
Note: Candidates with Endo Experience are desired.
DAILY RATE IS DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE
Responsibilities
- Perform a wide range of dental procedures including dental examinations, cleanings, fillings, extractions, root canal therapy, and prosthodontics.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments utilizing dental and medical terminology to diagnose oral health issues accurately.
- Utilize dental imaging technology and maintain detailed medical and dental records in compliance with HIPAA and state healthcare regulations.
- Collaborate with the dental team to develop personalized treatment plans that address each patient’s needs.
- Ensure infection control protocols are strictly followed using aseptic techniques during all procedures.
- Communicate clearly with patients about their diagnoses, treatment options, and post-treatment care instructions to foster trust and understanding.
- Maintain proficiency in dental software systems such as Epic, Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or similar platforms for scheduling, documentation, and billing purposes.
- Assist in dental fabrication processes and support other team members during four-handed dentistry procedures for efficiency.
- Stay current with advancements in dentistry by participating in continuing education related to pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery, implantology, endodontics, and other specialties.
Requirements
- Valid state dental license with eligibility to practice as an Associate Dentist.
- Proven experience in general dentistry with familiarity in pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, orthodontics, and implant procedures.
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, anatomy knowledge related to oral structures, and infection control standards.
- Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) systems such as Epic, Eaglesoft or Dentrix.
- Ability to perform dental extractions, root canal therapy, and other complex procedures confidently.
- Excellent client communication skills with a focus on patient care and education.
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and state healthcare laws governing medical documentation and patient privacy.
- Experience working within a dental clinic environment with a commitment to high-quality patient care and safety standards.
- Knowledge of medical imaging techniques and aseptic techniques necessary for surgical procedures.
Join us as an Associate Dentist where your expertise will help shape healthier smiles while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment!
NOTE: ENDO EXPERIENCE IS DESIRED
Pay: $650.00 - $850.00 per day
Work Location: In person
Benefits
Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Fabrication • Direct patient care • Dentistry • Customer communication • Patient scheduling systems • Completing CE credits • Anatomy knowledge • Dental diagnosis • Surgical techniques • Dental office • Prosthodontics • Part-time • Medical law • Dental care patient counseling • Image acquisition for patient care • Sterilization • Dental License • In-person customer service • Root canal therapy • Dental scaling • Practice management software • HIPAA • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Imaging studies • Mid-level • State healthcare regulations • Diagnostic evaluation • Patient safety • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Dental fillings • One-on-one patient counseling • Dental terminology • Healthcare privacy protection • Dental implants • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Dental extractions • Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning • Dental treatment planning • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Patient counseling • Appointment scheduling • In-person • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Oral surgery • Managing patient records • Radiology • Communication skills • Physical assessments
Job Details
- Job Type
- Part Time
- Salary
- 650 - 850 USD daily (97,500 - 127,500 USD annually)
- Median for General Dentist in CA: $113k/yr
- Pay terms the listing states
- $650–850/day
- From the listing: “Pay: $650.00 - $850.00 per day”
- Specialty
- General Dentist
- Posted
- October 14, 2026
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