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Job description
Traveling Periodontist - Southern California
Job Category : Clinical Operations
Requisition Number : TRAVE
Posted : August 12, 2026
Part-Time
Locations
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GD Irvine
Gentle Dental Irvine
4950 Barranca Pkwy.
Suite 105
Irvine, CA 92604, USA
GD Irvine
Gentle Dental Irvine
4950 Barranca Pkwy.
Suite 105
Irvine, CA 92604, USA
Traveling Periodontist — Southern California
Gentle Dental | 1099 Independent Contractor
Minimum Commitment: 10 Days per Month
Compensation: 45% of Production
Gentle Dental is seeking an experienced and patient-focused Traveling Periodontist to support our established practices throughout Southern California. This is an excellent opportunity for a specialist who values clinical autonomy, a strong referral network, and the ability to provide periodontal care across multiple high-performing dental offices.
The Periodontist will work as a 1099 independent contractor with a minimum commitment of 10 clinical days per month . The position will travel among designated Gentle Dental locations based on patient demand and practice needs.
Compensation
45% of Production
This production-based compensation model provides strong earning potential while allowing the Periodontist to focus on delivering high-quality specialty care.
Practice Locations
The Traveling Periodontist will support the following Gentle Dental offices throughout Southern California:
Scheduling across locations will be coordinated to support patient demand and maximize productive clinical days.
Position Responsibilities
As a Traveling Periodontist, you will provide comprehensive periodontal care to patients referred by Gentle Dental general dentists and other providers throughout the Southern California region.
Responsibilities include:
Diagnose and treat periodontal disease and related conditions
Provide surgical and non-surgical periodontal treatment
Evaluate patients and develop comprehensive specialty treatment plans
Perform periodontal procedures within the scope of specialty training and licensure
Partner closely with General Dentists and other specialists to coordinate patient care
Provide clear treatment recommendations and communicate effectively with patients
Maintain thorough and timely clinical documentation
Educate patients regarding periodontal health, recommended treatment, and long-term maintenance
Support practices in delivering an exceptional patient experience
Maintain high standards of clinical quality, professionalism, and patient safety
Travel between designated Gentle Dental offices throughout Southern California
Maintain availability for a minimum of 10 clinical days per month
Position Qualifications
Required qualifications include:
Periodontics Residency Certificate
Graduate of an accredited dental school
Active and unrestricted dental license required to practice in California
Current CPR certification
Current DEA registration, as applicable
Active NPI
Ability and willingness to travel throughout Southern California
Strong clinical judgment and commitment to quality patient care
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with General Dentists, specialists, clinical teams, and practice leadership
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a confident clinician who enjoys working collaboratively across multiple practices and developing strong relationships with referring doctors and clinical teams.
We are particularly interested in a Periodontist who:
Provides an exceptional patient experience
Maintains high clinical standards
Communicates treatment recommendations clearly and confidently
Builds strong relationships with referring doctors
Is organized and comfortable working across multiple locations
Values collaboration with general dentists and other specialists
Is dependable and able to maintain a consistent monthly schedule
Is interested in developing a productive, long-term relationship with Gentle Dental
Position Structure
Employment classification: 1099 Independent Contractor
Specialty: Periodontics
Schedule: Minimum 10 clinical days per month
Territory: Southern California
Compensation: 45% of Production
Travel: Required among designated Gentle Dental practices
Why Gentle Dental?
This opportunity offers the ability to practice periodontics across an established network of Southern California dental practices while developing relationships with general dentists and teams who can support specialty referrals.
Rather than building a specialty patient base independently, the Traveling Periodontist will have the opportunity to work within an existing dental network and provide needed periodontal services to patients across multiple communities.
If you are an experienced Periodontist looking for a flexible, production-driven opportunity with a minimum commitment of 10 days per month, we invite you to explore joining the Gentle Dental team.
Deliver exceptional periodontal care. Build strong relationships with referring doctors. Support patients throughout Southern California.
45% of Production | 1099 | Minimum 10 Days per Month
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Worksite address
irvine, CA, 92713, US
Who can apply
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