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full-time 26 days ago

Temporary Dentist

Gentle Dental

5565 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
From 150,000/yr

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Job Description

Temporary General Dentist – La Mesa, CA (Grossmont)

Guaranteed Daily Rate | 6-Week Assignment | Full-Time or Part-Time Assignment | Opportunity for Permanent Employment

Gentle Dental is seeking a skilled full-time or part-time Temporary General Dentist to join our established Grossmont practice in La Mesa, California, covering a planned leave of absence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dentist looking for a short-term assignment with guaranteed income, while working alongside an experienced clinical and administrative team. If it's a great fit for both you and the practice, there is also the opportunity to transition into a long-term permanent position in another office or as a Traveling Dentist throughout the region.

What We Offer

Guaranteed daily rate throughout the entire assignment

Approximately 6-week assignment

Full-time or part-time schedule available

Fully staffed office with experienced hygienists, assistants, and administrative support

Established patient base with a productive schedule from day one

Malpractice coverage provided

Opportunity to transition into a permanent role if desired

Why Gentle Dental?

At Gentle Dental, we value our teammates' smiles as much as our patients'.

Our vision is to provide exceptional, lifelong, integrated oral healthcare that improves the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

We believe dentists provide their best care when they have the right balance of clinical autonomy and organizational support. Our teams are backed by experienced operational leaders, modern technology, and collaborative clinical resources so you can focus on delivering outstanding patient care.

Whether you're looking for a temporary opportunity, exploring Southern California, or considering a longer-term practice home, we'd love to meet you.

Practice Location

Gentle Dental – Grossmont

5565 Grossmont Center Drive, Suites 354 & 459

La Mesa, CA 91942

Qualifications

DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school

Active California dental license (or ability to obtain prior to start)

Current DEA, CPR/BLS, and NPI (or ability to obtain as required)

Compensation

Guaranteed daily rate for the duration of the assignment plus the ability to earn based on percentage of production.

If transitioning to a permanent position, full-time General Dentists typically earn $150,000–$400,000+ annually, based on production and schedule.

If you're interested in a rewarding short-term opportunity with the possibility of something more permanent, we'd love to speak with you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

About Gentle Dental

Gentle Dental has been providing affordable, quality dental care for over 30 years with 154 convenient office locations and 32,234 5-star reviews. They offer flexible financing options, convenient appointment times, and a variety of dental services.

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