Staff Dentist – $250k+ | 4-Day Week | Rural California FQHC
We are seeking a Staff Dentist to join a mission-driven, well-established FQHC in beautiful rural Northern California . This role offers autonomy, stability, and a true work-life balance with a 4-day workweek —all while making a meaningful impact in an underserved community.
Location : Fortuna, CA
Schedule : Full-time | 4x10's (Mon–Thurs) | No call, no weekends
Compensation : $190,000–$250,000+ (DOE)
Key Responsibilities :
- Provide full-scope general dentistry
exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions (simple / surgical), pediatric care
Create individualized treatment plans —no cookie-cutter dentistryOperate within a 3-operatory model , ramping up to ~24 patients / dayCollaborate with experienced, long-tenured RDAs and assistantsQualifications :
DMD or DDS from an accredited U.S. programActive (or eligible) California dental licenseOpen to new gradsA passion for underserved care and teamworkWhat We Offer :
Loan Repayment : Up to $75,000 for only 2 years of service (NHSC-eligible)Relocation + Sign-On Bonus : Competitive, customized packagesBenefits : Medical, dental, vision, and 403(b) with 4% match (vested day 1)Malpractice : FTCA coverageTime Off : 5 weeks PTO + 1 week CME (CME stipend available)Why You'll Love It Here :
Live among the redwoods and the coast , with easy access to Napa, San Francisco, and outdoor recreationState-of-the-art facilitiesBrand-new primary clinic + renovated satellite
Annual $100k–$150k grant for equipment or patient subsidiesEpic Wisdom EMR and a supportive, CDO-led leadership teamApply confidentially today—immediate interviews and site visits available!