Associate Doctor

Western Dental & Orthodontics; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental,

Continuing Education

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Western Dental Services, Inc. is seeking a talented Dentist to provide high-quality dental care in a collaborative and supportive practice in Bakersfield, CA. You will work with an office and regional team to deliver evidence-based dentistry and coordinate with Board Specialists when referrals are needed.

You’ll join staff dedicated to patient-focused care, strong teamwork, and a smooth daily workflow that lets you focus on your patients and their smiles.

Qualifications

• DMD or DDS from an 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.

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 compliance with safety and infection control standards.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Treatment planning

Diagnostic skills

Education

DMD or DDS

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.