Pediatric Dentist

Dental Metrics Maven; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) after initial period

Growth opportunities as practice grows

Job summary

Dental Metrics Maven in Bakersfield, CA seeks a General Dentist with a pediatric focus to join a growing, pediatric-focused practice. The role supports both full-time and part-time schedules, with a welcoming environment for new graduates and a structure that may include a transition from daily guarantees to a production-based model.

Practice details include rotating dental assistants, four treatment rooms, Medi-Cal and PPO patient base, and potential for practice growth as the team expands.

Qualifications

• General Dentist role in pediatric-focused practice.
• Open to full-time or part-time candidates.
• New graduates welcome to apply.
• Experience with children is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide general dental care for pediatric patients in a child-friendly setting.
• Refer complex procedures to appropriate specialists while focusing on pediatric general dentistry.
• Work with rotating dental assistants providing chairside support.

Skills

Pediatric focus

New graduates welcome

Patient-focused

Tools

Open Dental

Job description

General Dentist – Pediatric Practice | Bakersfield, CA

Full-Time or Part-Time | $800-$1,100 Daily Base | New Graduates Welcome!

Make a Difference in Children's Smiles!

Our client is seeking a friendly, compassionate General Dentist to join a growing, pediatric-focused dental practice in Bakersfield, California. This is an excellent opportunity for a dentist who enjoys working with children or is interested in developing their skills in pediatric dentistry within a supportive, family-friendly environment.

Both full-time and part-time candidates are welcome, and new graduates are encouraged to apply! Previous experience treating children is a plus, but it is not required. If you're patient-focused, approachable, and excited to help young patients build healthy smiles, this could be a great fit.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive Starting Pay: $800-$1,100 per day, with flexibility based on experience.
• Flexible Compensation: Start on a daily guarantee, with the opportunity to transition to a percentage-of-production model after an initial period.
• Flexible Schedule: Choose full-time or part-time employment.
• Supportive Clinical Team: Rotating dental assistants provide chairside support, so you'll never be expected to work without assistance.
• Growing Practice: Join a practice with strong patient demand and opportunities to grow alongside the team.
• Pediatric Focus: Concentrate on pediatric general dentistry while referring complex specialty procedures to the appropriate providers.
• New Graduate Friendly: An opportunity to build confidence and clinical experience in a pediatric setting.

Schedule Options

Full-Time

• Monday-Friday.
• 9:00 AM-5:30 PM.

Part-Time

• Flexible scheduling.
• Ideally Monday-Tuesday or Thursday-Friday.
• 9:00 AM-5:30 PM on scheduled days.

Clinical Focus

The doctor will primarily provide general dental care for pediatric patients in a child-friendly setting. Specialty procedures are referred out, allowing you to focus on pediatric general dentistry.

The practice refers out

• Implants.
• Periodontics.
• Oral surgery.
• Endodontics.
• Orthodontics.

Practice Details

• Team: Six current team members, with additional hiring underway.
• Clinical Support: Rotating dental assistants for chairside assistance.
• Treatment Space: Four treatment rooms and six open-bay hygiene chairs.
• Practice Management Software: Open Dental.
• Patient Base: Primarily Medi-Cal, with some PPO patients; no HMO.

Benefits

• 401(k) available after an initial period of employment.
• Additional benefits may be introduced as the practice continues to grow.

Your Next Career Opportunity

Whether you're an experienced dentist looking for a new environment or a recent graduate interested in pediatric dentistry, this opportunity offers flexibility, dependable starting compensation, and a supportive team.