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Marin Community Clinics·Novato, California
Dentist · $184,792 - $216,874/yr
The dentist provides comprehensive preventative and clinical dental care to patients in a community health center setting. They are responsible for managing staff activities, ensuring compliance with dental policies, and delivering services both in-person and via teledentistry.
Overview Marin Community Clinics, founded in 1972, is today, a multi-clinic network with a wide array of integrated primary care, dental, behavioral, specialty and referral services.
As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide vital health services to almost 40,000 individuals annually in Marin County.
The Clinics regularly receive national awards from the Health Resources and Services Administrations (HRSA).
Our Mission is to promote health and wellness through excellent, compassionate care for all.
Dentist handles all aspects of general dentistry.
Diagnoses and treats patients consistent with her/his training and expertise.
The salary range stated below is based on a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE).
Providing preventative dental care and clinical dental services in a community health center setting. Uses EPIC, digital Dexis X-ray and NextGen Electronic Health Records System. Delivers high quality care to patients. Manages and directs staff assignments and activities in accordance with Marin Community Clinics, Dental Compliance Policies and Procedures, Dental Manual, and applicable California Laws. Provides teledentistry services and must feel comfortable delivering dental services, via remote access. Flexibility is a must. Dentist may have to perform hygiene duties independently on an as needed basis. Expected to treat other patients that are on the clinic’s schedule in addition to treating assigned patients.
Education and Experience: Graduate of an ADA-accredited dental school. Possession of a valid DDS or DMD license to practice dentistry in the State of California. Active California Dental License in good standing. Current BLS certification. Active DEA registration. One to two years of experience in general dentistry. Completion of a GPR or AEGD program is preferred. Prior experience in a community health or public health dental setting is highly desirable. Experience providing dental care to pediatric patients is preferred. Experience in oral surgery and endodontics is a plus. Previous experience working in a bi-cultural or multicultural dental clinic environment is preferred. Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems is a plus. Required Skills and Abilities: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required. Flexible to work evenings and weekends as necessary in either San Rafael and/or Novato clinics. Must possess good interpersonal skills to maintain and establish good relationships with dental team and patients. Excellent communication skills. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: May be required to occasionally lift at least 20 – 25lbs. Prolonged standing, walking and working on a computer.
Our benefits program is designed to protect your health, family and way of life. We offer a competitive Benefits Program that includes affordable health insurance and Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA), Dental and Vision Insurance, Educational and Continuing Education Benefits, Student Loan Repayment and Loan Forgiveness, Retirement Plan, Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Short term and Long Term Disability benefits, Professional Fee Reimbursement, Mileage and Cell Phone Reimbursement, Scrubs Reimbursement, Loupes Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, Paid Holidays, Personal Days of Celebration, Paid time off, and Extended Illness Benefits. Marin Community Clinics is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer #LI DM1 Min USD $184,792.00/Yr. Max USD $216,874.00/Yr.
Candidates must hold a valid DDS or DMD license in California, active DEA registration, and BLS certification. A minimum of one to two years of general dentistry experience is required, with preference given to those with community health or pediatric experience.
Market context
California’s pediatric dentistry market often favors candidates who can work in child-focused practices and meet strict licensure and credentialing standards. Competition is shaped by the need for a current dental license, DDS or DMD training, and active CPR/BLS, DEA, and NPI credentials, along with comfort treating children. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time; before applying, confirm your licenses and certifications are current and align your pediatric experience with the practice’s child-centered focus.