Associate Doctor Pedo

Coastal Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics: Pediatric Dentist (Part-Time)
Location: San Diego, CA
Board Eligibility: Board-eligible or board-certified
We’re looking for a friendly, warm, compassionate, and collaborative Pediatric Dentist to join our growing CKDO team in San Diego.

Our practice is built around providing comprehensive care that supports children’s oral health from infancy through adolescence. We believe excellent dentistry starts with trust, clear patient education, and meaningful relationships with children and their families. We’re also deeply committed to supporting the San Diego community and creating a workplace where pediatric dentists and orthodontists learn from, encourage, and genuinely enjoy working with one another.

At the heart of everything we do are three simple values:
Be Friendly — Create a welcoming, positive experience for every child, parent, and teammate.

Be Helpful — Support patients, families, and colleagues with empathy and a team-first mindset.

Be Better — Continue learning, improving, and delivering the highest standard of care.

The CKDO Approach

- A strong focus on comprehensive pediatric and orthodontic dental care

- A commitment to patient and parent education

- A supportive, family-centered approach to treatment

- A meaningful connection to and investment in the San Diego community

- Collaborative peer-to-peer relationships with fellow pediatric dentists and orthodontists

- A culture that values kindness, teamwork, professional growth, and continuous improvement
What You’ll Do

- Provide comprehensive pediatric dental care for infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special needs

- Build trusting relationships with patients and their families

- Educate parents and caregivers about preventive care, oral health, and treatment recommendations

- Collaborate with pediatric dental and orthodontic colleagues to support coordinated patient care

- Contribute to a positive, welcoming, and team-oriented practice culture

- Stay current with clinical best practices through ongoing education and professional development
Qualifications

- DMD or DDS from an accredited dental school

- Pediatric Dentistry Certificate from an accredited program

- Board eligible or board certified in Pediatric Dentistry

- Active, unrestricted California dental license

- PALs Certification

- Current CPR/BLS certification

- DEA certification

- NPI number

- Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills

- A genuine passion for caring for children and supporting their families
Pay: $138.00 - $200.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
Are you currently located or plan to locate to San Diego within the next 1-3 months?

Are you board eligible or board certified in Pediatric Dentistry?

What days of the week are you available?

Work Location: In person