DENTIST (Experienced Preferred)

About the role

Elica Health Centers is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to underserved communities. We operate Community Health Clinics and a mobile medicine program called Health on Wheels, alongside a Resource Center that supports patients and community members.

Responsibilities

• Examines individuals requesting care, diagnosing dental/oral conditions, and prescribing appropriate treatments or directing others to carry out these treatments.
• Carries out or supervises the clinical work of dental assistants and hygienists.
• Communicates with the dental staff about patient treatment plans.
• Provides educational sessions on oral health and disease prevention to patients.

Requirements

• Board certified or board eligible and licensed to practice medicine in California.
• Valid and unsuspended California medical license.
• DEA X-license required (waiver).
• CPR certification required.
• At least 2 years of experience working with underserved populations or homeless individuals.
• Current, standard dental practices, treatments, and tests.
• Knowledge of current and emerging trends in dental technologies, techniques, and approaches.
• Cultural sensitivity and commitment to serving medically underserved families.

Qualifications

• Bilingual or multilingual communication skills in English and Russian, Farsi, Pashto/Pushto, or Spanish preferred.
• Current, standard dental practices, treatments, and tests.
• Cultural sensitivity and a strong commitment to serve medically underserved families.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance through Anthem Blue Cross.
• 403(b) plan with up to 4% employer match and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time Off, including up to 4 weeks of vacation in the first year.
• Ancillary & Voluntary Benefits, including life insurance, EAP, and flexible spending accounts.
• Annual CME Benefit for reimbursement of professional development expenses.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 per calendar year after one year of service.
• Malpractice/Tail Insurance provided at no cost to the employee.

Pay

$176,800 - $229,840 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule is typically Monday through Friday, with some flexibility depending on the department.