General Dentist

About Kōkua Smiles and Rising Tide Dental Partners

Kōkua Smiles is a locally focused dental organization serving communities across Oʻahu through four convenient locations: Dental Care of Pearlridge, Honolulu Dental Care, Waiʻalae Dental Care, and Kāneʻohe Family Dental Care. Our teams are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality dental care while creating welcoming experiences for every patient who walks through our doors.

As part of Rising Tide Dental Partners, Kōkua Smiles benefits from the resources, operational support, and professional development opportunities of a growing multi-practice dental organization while maintaining the community-centered culture and individualized care of its local offices.

We believe exceptional patient care begins with an exceptional team. That is why we invest in mentorship, continued education, leadership development, and meaningful opportunities for growth. Whether someone is beginning a career in dentistry or bringing years of experience to our organization, our goal is to provide a supportive environment where team members can build lasting careers, strengthen their skills, and make a positive difference in the communities we serve.

Dental Care of Pearlridge – Kokua Smiles
Aiea, HI
Job Types: Full-time or Part-time
Work Location: In person

About the Position

Dental Care of Pearlridge, part of Kokua Smiles, is seeking a General Dentist to join our team in Aiea, Oahu. We offer a supportive clinical environment, modern dental technology, and clinical autonomy to help you provide quality, patient-centered care.

Schedule

• Part-time: Sundays and Mondays.
• Full-time: Four days per week, with the specific schedule discussed during the interview.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive dental examinations, diagnose oral health conditions, and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide preventive and restorative dentistry, including fillings, crowns, bridges, and other procedures within your training and clinical scope.
• Perform extractions, endodontic treatment, and implant procedures as appropriate to your experience and patient needs.
• Explain treatment recommendations and preventive care to patients.
• Maintain accurate patient records using Open Dental.
• Collaborate with dental hygienists, assistants, and administrative staff.
• Follow applicable clinical, infection control, and patient privacy requirements.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
• Active Hawaii dental license, or ability to obtain one before starting clinical work.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to patient comfort and quality care.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team.
• Familiarity with Open Dental is preferred; training is available.
• Prior clinical experience is preferred.

Compensation

• Estimated annual earnings for full-time providers: $200,000–$450,000, depending on production and the agreed compensation structure.
• Daily guarantee and a percentage of adjusted production, with terms outlined in the provider agreement.
• Production compensation ranging from 32%–40%, depending on the selected compensation option and applicable production tiers.
• Part-time compensation is based on the agreed daily guarantee and production structure. The annual full-time earnings range does not apply to the part-time schedule.
• Weekend incentives may be available for eligible providers.
• Signing bonus and relocation assistance may be available, depending on the compensation package.

Benefits

The following may be available based on employment status, eligibility, and the provider agreement:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Continuing education reimbursement.
• Malpractice coverage.

Our Practice

Our team values collaboration, respectful communication, and patient-centered treatment. Providers have opportunities for mentorship and professional development while maintaining clinical autonomy.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume or CV through Indeed for consideration.

Kokua Smiles is an Equal Opportunity Employer.