Associate Dentist

Western Dental & Orthodontics; Los Banos (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental,

Job summary

Western Dental & Orthodontics is seeking a Dentist to provide high-quality dental care in a collaborative practice in Los Banos, California. You will work with a team of staff and regional colleagues to diagnose conditions and develop personalized treatment plans for patients.

The role emphasizes performing procedures from fillings to root canals, educating patients on hygiene, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to safety and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• DMD or DDS from an accredited dental school.
• Active, unrestricted state dental license or in the process of obtaining one on graduation.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• DEA certification.
• NPI number.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive oral examinations and evaluations to diagnose dental problems
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients
• Perform a wide range of procedures, including fillings, cleanings, extractions, and root canals
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care
• Provide prescriptions for patients as needed
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, including X-rays and treatment histories
• Refer patients to specialists for complex treatments and ensure safety and infection control standards

Skills

Teamwork

Evidence‑based dentistry

Patient education

Education

DMD or DDS from accredited dental school

Active, unrestricted state dental license

CPR/BLS certification

DEA certification

NPI number

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a talented, experienced Dentist to provide quality dental care in a collaborative and supportive dental practice.

Our teams perform a variety of preventative, restorative, endodontic, and surgical procedures that fall under the scope of general dentistry. We’re big on teamwork, so you’ll be working and growing with your office and region to provide the best treatment for your patients. Plus, we bring the Board Specialists into your office to treat patients if they are referred for such treatment. We keep patients under one dental roof while you get to work side-by-side with a Specialty Dentist.

We provide you with experienced dental staff and wonderful patients that you will be proud to deliver excellent dental care through evidence-based dentistry.

The office focuses on teamwork so the day-to-day operations run smoothly for you so you can focus on what matters: your patients and their smiles.

Benefits for FT Providers

• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Continuing Education
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive oral examinations and evaluations to diagnose dental problems
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients
• Perform a wide range of procedures, including fillings, cleanings, extractions, and root canals
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care
• Provide prescriptions for patients as needed
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, including X-rays and treatment histories
• Refer patients to specialists (like orthodontists or oral surgeons) for complex treatmentsEnsure all work is compliant with safety, OSHA, and infection control standards

Qualifications

• DMD or DDS from accredited dental school
• Active, unrestricted state dental license or in the process of obtaining a license upon graduation
• CPR/BLS certification
• DEA certification
• NPI number

Western Dental Services, Inc. and all relevant affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers.