Pediatric Dentist

Dental Metrics Maven

$208K — $234K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree from an accredited institution.
  • Valid dental license in California.
  • Interest or experience in pediatric dentistry is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially with children.

Responsibilities

  • Provide general dental care to pediatric patients.
  • Ensure patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Collaborate with a rotating team of dental assistants for chairside support.
  • Maintain accurate patient records using Open Dental EHR.
  • Educate patients and parents about dental health and hygiene.

Benefits

  • 401(k) offered after a period of employment.
  • Additional benefits may be introduced as the practice grows.
Full Job Description
About the Job

General Dentist - Pediatric Office | Bakersfield, CA

Full-Time or Part-Time Opportunity

A well-established pediatric-focused dental office in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a friendly, patient-centered General Dentist to join our growing team. This position is open to both full-time and part-time candidates, and new graduates with an interest in pediatrics are encouraged to apply.

About the Opportunity:

Join a supportive, family-friendly pediatric practice committed to providing gentle, high-quality care to children of all ages. Our ideal candidate is open to working in a pediatric environment-previous experience with children is a plus, but not required. You will be supported by a rotating team of assistants, ensuring you always have help chairside.

Compensation Structure:

  • Daily Base: $800-$900/day to start (flexible depending on experience)
  • Compensation Model: Begin on a daily base, then transition to percentage of production after an initial period.


Insurance & Payor Mix:

  • Majority Medi-Cal (state insurance).
  • Some PPO accepted.
  • No HMO.


Schedule:

Open to Full-Time or Part-Time:

  • Full-Time: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:30 PM
  • Part-Time: Flexible, ideally Monday-Tuesday or Thursday-Friday (same hours)


Clinical Scope:

The doctor will focus on pediatric general dentistry. The following procedures are referred out:

  • Implants.
  • Periodontics.
  • Oral Surgery.
  • Endodontics.
  • Orthodontics.


Office Information:

  • Team: 6 team members currently (actively hiring additional staff).
  • Assistants: Rotating assistants-doctor will never work without support.
  • Operatories:
    • 4 treatment rooms.
    • 6 open-bay hygiene chairs.
  • Technology: Open Dental EHR; limited specialty equipment due to the nature of pediatric care.


Benefits:

  • 401(k) offered after a period of employment.
  • Additional benefits TBD and may be added as the practice grows.


This is an excellent opportunity for a dentist interested in developing or expanding skills in pediatric care while working in a positive, kid-friendly environment. The practice is growing, patient demand is strong, and you'll have the support you need to provide the best care possible.

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