Endodontist

Elica Health Centers; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

403(b) match

Paid time off

CME reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

Elica Health Centers is seeking a highly skilled Endodontist to join our California-based clinical team. You will diagnose and treat complex pulp and periapical diseases, perform root canal therapies, and manage endodontic cases with both surgical and non-surgical approaches.

Our program emphasizes care for underserved communities and collaboration with a multidisciplinary staff. This role offers opportunities for leadership, quality improvement participation, and access to a comprehensive

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree required and licensed to practice in California.
• Completion of a CODA-accredited Endodontics residency.
• Board certification by the American Board of Endodontics (ABE) preferred or required.
• Current, unrestricted California dental license.
• Current DEA registration and CURES as applicable.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with underserved populations preferred.
• Strong clinical and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive endodontic evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Provide root canal therapy and endodontic retreatment services.
• Collaborate with general dentists and other providers to coordinate care.
• Educate patients on diagnoses, options, and post-treatment care.
• Document encounters and outcomes in the EHR accurately.
• Provide clinical oversight to dental assistants and staff.
• Participate in quality improvement and compliance programs.
• Support compassionate, culturally competent care for underserved populations.

Skills

Endodontics

Clinical excellence

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Underserved populations experience

Education

DDS or DMD degree

CODA-accredited Endodontics residency

California dental license

Job description

About Elica Health Centers:

Join Elica’s mission and become a part of a team where every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact in your community!

At Elica Health Centers, we share a common goal: provide the best possible patient care to our growing community! Our passion extends throughout Elica, from the exceptional healthcare services we provide to our underserved patients at our Community Health Clinics and state‑of‑the‑art mobile medicine program: Health on Wheels, to our Resource Center where we empower patients and members of the community to connect with resources to help them build healthy and full lives.

What You Will Do

The successful candidate will be willing and able to:

• Perform comprehensive endodontic evaluations, diagnosing diseases and conditions affecting the dental pulp and periapical tissues, and developing appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide specialty endodontic services, including root canal therapy, endodontic retreatment, management of dental trauma, apexification procedures, and related surgical and non‑surgical endodontic treatments.
• Collaborate with general dentists and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care and ensure timely access to specialty services.
• Educate patients on diagnoses, treatment options, post‑treatment care, and strategies to maintain optimal oral health.
• Document patient encounters, treatment plans, procedures, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner within the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Communicate effectively with dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and support staff regarding patient care plans and treatment recommendations.
• Provide clinical oversight and guidance to dental assistants and other clinical support staff involved in specialty dental services.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review activities, and compliance programs designed to support clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Support the mission of the health center by providing compassionate, culturally competent, and patient‑centered care to underserved and vulnerable populations.
• Maintain regular communication with the Chief Dental Officer regarding endodontic service needs, referral trends, patient access concerns, clinical challenges, and any issues that may affect the delivery of specialty care.
• Report significant clinical concerns, patient safety events, equipment needs, operational barriers, and opportunities for program improvement to the Chief Dental Officer in a timely manner.

Benefits

Elica Health Centers offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and work‑life balance.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Choice of PPO medical plans through Anthem Blue Cross, including a Premier PPO option with $0 in‑network out‑of‑pocket costs, plus dental and vision coverage. Health plans include care navigation and provider support resources to help with finding care, understanding benefits, and billing questions. Coverage options are available for individual and family tiers.
• Retirement – 403(b) plan with up to 4% employer match and immediate vesting
• Paid Time Off – Up to 4 weeks of vacation in the first year based on hours worked, plus 7 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday
• Ancillary & Voluntary Benefits – Employer‑paid life insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care), and optional supplemental benefits
• Annual CME Benefit – Reimbursement to pay for CME, licensing, and certifications required for the position, plus up to one (1) week of paid time off based on your weekly schedule. See offer letter for details.
• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $3,000 per calendar year after one (1) year of service
• Malpractice/Tail Insurance – Provided at no cost to the employee.

Eligibility

Benefits are available to employees working 30+ hours per week, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

Compensation Disclosure

$190,000 - $250,000

The compensation range listed reflects Elica’s good‑faith estimate of the anticipated hiring range for this position in accordance with California pay transparency requirements. Final compensation will be determined based on job‑related factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, skills, and qualification.

Language Skills (Preferred)

Bilingual or multilingual communication skills in English and Russian, Farsi, Pashto/Pushto, or Spanish are preferred to support the needs of the communities we serve, where more than 50% of patients report a primary language other than English.

Requirements

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree
• Completion of a CODA‑accredited Endodontics residency program.
• Board Certified by the American Board of Endodontics (ABE)
• Current, unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of California.
• Current DEA registration and Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System (CURES) registration, as required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• At least 2 years of experience working with underserved, low‑income persons or homeless persons preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to serving medically underserved and culturally diverse populations.
• Excellent clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Additional Requirements

• Must have a current and valid California driver’s license and the ability to provide proof of personal auto insurance on the vehicle driven during working hours.
• If selected for an employment opportunity with Elica Health Centers, external hires must provide proof of immunizations (Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella & Tetanus), tuberculosis clearance, and proof of COVID‑19 vaccination status prior to their scheduled start date. Please be advised that this position is subject to criminal background investigation and drug screen.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

The work environment is characteristic of a dental clinic environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to handle or feel. The employee is also required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must also possess hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.