Clinic Dentist (Part-time)

General Dentist –Health Clinic | Chowchilla, CA We are partnering with a newly established rural health clinic in Chowchilla, California to find a compassionate and motivated General Dentist (DDS/DMD) to join their growing team. This is an exciting ground-floor opportunity to become part of a patient-centered dental practice being built from the ground up, making a real difference in an underserved rural community.

Rural Health Clinic — General Dentistry (newly established)

Patient Population: All ages — general dentistry

Schedule: Part-Time | 3 days per week

Pay Rate: $115.00 – $130.00 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role This is an excellent opportunity to help build and grow a new clinic while providing high-quality, patient-centered dental care. The ideal candidate is committed to delivering comprehensive dental services, collaborating with a supportive interdisciplinary team, and creating an exceptional patient experience from day one. The dental suite is built out and ready — the right candidate will have input into equipment decisions and workflow development as the practice launches.

Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatment planning

Deliver preventive dental care, patient education, and oral health counseling

Diagnose and treat dental conditions while maintaining accurate clinical documentation

Administer local anesthesia and ensure patient comfort throughout treatment

Collaborate with dental hygienists, assistants, and front office staff to deliver efficient patient care

Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and California Dental Board regulations

Help establish and grow a new dental practice by fostering long‑term patient relationships and contributing to workflow development

Maintain treatment rooms, equipment, and clinical supplies in accordance with safety and quality standards

Assist with establishing and growing the new dental practice

Requirements DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school — required

Active California Dental License in good standing — required

Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a Dentist preferred — new graduates are also welcome to apply

Strong customer service skills and computer proficiency

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the dental team

Compensation & Benefits Pay Rate: $115.00 – $130.00 per hour

Part‑time schedule — 3 days per week (with potential to expand as clinic grows)

Ground‑floor opportunity to help shape a new dental practice

Meaningful community impact in an underserved rural area

All candidate information is kept strictly confidential.

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