General Dentist (Pediatric Experience)

Sola Kids Dental & Orthodontics; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 369,000; Full time

Job summary

Sola Kids Dental & Orthodontics in Los Angeles is seeking a General Dentist with pediatric experience to join a high-volume practice across multiple LA locations. You will treat children, teens, and young adults, with a focus on comprehensive general dentistry and behavior management in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

The role requires CA dental licensure, Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal credentialing, and 2+ years of pediatric experience.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree required and California licensed.
• Active Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal credentialing required.
• 2+ years of pediatric patient experience.
• Comfortable treating Medicaid populations.
• Willingness to provide care across multiple LA locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive general dentistry including exams, cleanings, restorations, pulpotomies, SSCs, and extractions for children.
• Deliver a calm, confident experience for pediatric and teen patients with behavior management if needed.
• Partner with a strong clinical team to ensure efficient, high-quality care.
• Coordinate patient care with orthodontic, endodontic, and oral surgery providers.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Behavior guidance

Team collaboration

Multi-location care

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

DDS or DMD degree

Licensed in California

Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal credentialing

Job description

About Sola Kids Dental

Sola Kids Dental & Orthodontics is a mission-driven pediatric dental group serving families across Los Angeles. We operate three locations in South LA with a fourth location in West Adams opening soon. Our practice primarily serves Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal patients, with a focus on children and teens, and offers general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, and oral surgery under one roof.

About The Role

We're looking for a General Dentist with pediatric experience to join our high-volume practice in South Los Angeles

You will be scheduled Monday to Thursday and Saturdays. For exceptional candidates we will consider alternative schedules.

This role is ideal for a provider who is confident treating children, teens and young adults, efficient with a wide range of general dentistry procedures, and comfortable practicing in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. The majority of our patient population is Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal, so experience treating Medicaid patients is essential.

What You'll Do

• Comprehensive care: Provide comprehensive general dentistry including exams, cleanings, restorations, pulpotomies, stainless steel crowns, and extractions.
• Pediatric experience: Deliver a calm, confident, and reassuring experience for pediatric and teen patients, including behavior management for younger children.
• Team partnership: Partner with a strong clinical support team to ensure efficient, high-quality care.
• Coordinated care: Work alongside our orthodontic, endodontic, and oral surgery providers to coordinate patient care.
• Culture: Contribute to a culture of kindness, accountability, and excellence.

About You

• DDS or DMD degree
• Licensed to practice dentistry in California
• Active Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal credentialing (required)
• Valid malpractice insurance
• 2+ years of experience treating pediatric patients
• Comfortable treating high-volume Medicaid patient populations
• Confident with pediatric restorative work (SSCs, pulpotomies, composites on primary teeth)
• Skilled in behavior guidance techniques for young and anxious patients
• Comfortable managing pediatric patients without papoose boards or general anesthesia
• Efficient, organized, and team-oriented
• Calm, communicative, and collaborative chairside manner
• Flexible providing care across multiple Los Angeles locations
• Bonus: you're bilingual (English and Spanish)

Compensation

• Pay range: $650 to $2,000 per day
• Structure: Competitive daily minimum plus production-based compensation

Our Culture

• People-first: Supportive, inclusive, and fairness-focused.
• Team-driven: Collaborative, communicative, and ego-free.
• Results-minded: Focused on quality care and long-term impact.
• Mission-oriented: Committed to serving underserved families in LA without papoose boards.

Why You'll Love It

• Be part of a purpose-driven practice serving kids who need it most
• We have a lot of fun together!
• Variety of cases and opportunity for high production across three (soon four) busy locations

Check out our website to see our offices and learn more: SolaKidsDental.com