Temporary Rural Dentist Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Staff Dentist | Lead. Mentor. Give Back. | Up to $250,000 | 4-Day Week

Location: Fortuna, CA

Schedule: Full-time | 4x10s (Mon–Thurs) | No weekends or call

A Role That Lets You Make a Lasting Impact

You’ve built your clinical expertise, led successful patient care, and gained the experience that younger dentists need. Now it’s time to use that skill for something even more meaningful — mentorship, leadership, and service.

Join a mission-driven FQHC in Northern California where your steady hands and compassionate leadership will not only improve patients’ lives but also help shape the next generation of clinicians.

Why This Role Is Rewarding

• ‍ Mentor the Next Generation: Guide new graduates through their early careers, sharing your knowledge and helping them develop confidence in their craft.
• Bread-and-Butter Dentistry: Enjoy the kind of dentistry that keeps you connected to patients — urgent needs, restorative, anterior endo, and all full or partial denture steps and adjustments. (No molar endo or implants required.)
• Support Staff That Sets You Up for Success: Our Registered Dental Assistants are seasoned, tenured professionals who are truly the selling point of this role. They manage charting, temp crowns, X-rays, room flips, sealants, and coronal polishing — allowing you to focus on patient relationships and quality care.
• Serve With Purpose: Your work directly improves access to oral health for rural and underserved families — where it’s needed most.
• Work–Life Balance: A 4-day workweek, no call, and no weekends means more time to enjoy the Northern California lifestyle you’ve earned.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $200,000–$250,000 (DOE)
• Loan Repayment: Up to $75,000 for 2 years of service (NHSC-eligible)
• Relocation & Sign-On Bonus: Customized to your experience
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision + 403(b) with 4% match (vested day one)
• Time Off: 5 weeks PTO + 1 week CME (with stipend)
• Malpractice: FTCA coverage provided

You’re a Perfect Fit If You…

• Have 5+ years of experience in general dentistry
• Value mentorship, leadership, and giving back
• Thrive in a collaborative, community-centered environment
• Are licensed (or license-eligible) in California
• Want a stable, fulfilling position with the freedom to focus on quality, not quotas

Where You’ll Work

Set between the redwoods and the Pacific coast, Fortuna offers the perfect mix of small-town charm and natural beauty.

Enjoy a slower pace, a welcoming community, and weekend adventures through wine country, coastal trails, and nearby national parks.

Leave a Legacy

This is your chance to lead, teach, and give back — while working alongside a team that truly makes dentistry feel rewarding again.

Apply confidentially today — interviews and site visits available immediately!

New Grad JD

New Grad Dentist | Mentorship. Meaning. Momentum. | $190,000+ | 4-Day Week

Location: Fortuna, CA

Schedule: Full-time | 4x10s (Mon–Thurs) | No weekends or call

Start Your Dental Career With Purpose

You’ve worked hard to earn your DDS/DMD — now it’s time to put your passion into practice.
Join a mission-driven community health center in beautiful Northern California that’s dedicated to helping new dentists grow into confident, compassionate clinicians.

Here, you’ll gain hands-on mentorship, build your clinical foundation, and serve a community that truly values your care. This isn’t just your first job — it’s your launchpad into a career of skill, impact, and growth.

Why New Grads Love It Here

• 1:1 Mentorship: Work directly with an experienced dentist who will guide your clinical decision-making, help you build confidence, and support your long-term goals.
• Bread-and-Butter Dentistry: Build your skills across everyday general dentistry — including urgent needs, restorative work, anterior endo, full and partial denture steps and adjustments. (No molar endo or implants required.)
• Grow at Your Own Pace: The clinic is structured to help new dentists expand their skill set gradually and thoughtfully. You’ll have the freedom to develop confidence in each procedure before taking on new challenges — supported every step of the way by your mentor and team.
• The Dream Team: Your Registered Dental Assistants are the true backbone of this clinic — tenured, highly skilled, and fully supportive. They handle charting, process temp crowns and X-rays, flip rooms, perform sealants and coronal polishing, and keep patient flow smooth so you can focus on dentistry.
• Give Back While You Grow: Every patient you serve expands access to care for rural families who truly need it.
• Balanced Lifestyle: A 4-day workweek means more time to recharge, explore the redwoods, and live life beyond the operatory.

What You’ll Receive

• Starting Salary: $190,000
• Loan Repayment: Up to $75,000 for only 2 years of service (NHSC-eligible!)
• Relocation & Sign-On Bonus: Tailored to help you transition smoothly
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision + 403(b) with 4% match (vested day one)
• Time Off: 5 weeks PTO + 1 week CME (with stipend)
• Malpractice: FTCA coverage provided

You’re a Perfect Fit If You…

• Just graduated from an accredited U.S. dental program (DMD or DDS)
• Are eager to learn, grow, and refine your skills with expert mentorship
• Are licensed (or license-eligible) in California
• Believe in compassionate, community-centered care
• Want to build your career—not just fill a chair

Your New Home: Northern California

Between the redwoods and the Pacific, you’ll find a community that welcomes you with open arms.

Enjoy coastal living, friendly patients, and endless outdoor adventures — all with easy access to Napa, San Francisco, and wine country weekends.

Your Career Starts Here

Step into your profession with confidence, purpose, and the right support system behind you.

Apply confidentially today — interviews and site visits available immediately!

Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $200,000 - $250,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes