Traveling Periodontist - Southern

Traveling Periodontist - Southern California

Job Category: Clinical Operations

Requisition Number: TRAVE
017167

• Posted :
  August 12, 2026
• Part-Time

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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

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.

45% of Production

This production-based compensation model provides strong earning potential while allowing the Periodontist to focus on delivering high-quality specialty care.

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.

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

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

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

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

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