Save yourself and go somewhere that won't make you compromise your morals. - Anonymous employee PDS Health Employee Review

1.0
Jul 4, 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

The company is making lots of money so they're growing rapidly. From a technology standpoint it's much better than working in a private practice, but I'd be willing to give back some of that technology if the practice treated it's patients and employees more like a private office. There are some great people that work there, but they aren't in positions of power and can't affect much change. The headquarters in Irvine is new and fancy, like a cheaper Google-like knock off.

Cons

The benefits used to be a real highlight, but in recent years they've brought in very high deductables and the quality of the network of docs available has gotten much smaller. Managers have financial goals that drive everything they do, at the expense of the patients the company swears they hold in the highest regard. There are a few managers that are good, but most are terrible at managing people and end up chasing good employees out. The manager role is not easy either. There is basically no work/life balance. Office managers come in early and stay late. Those not willing to commit like this don't last long. There are several managers that should have been let go years ago, but because of their buddy buddy relationships with the higher-ups they're allowed to stay and continue to demolish their offices/departments. Because of the rapid growth, many doctors they promote to owner don't have the patients' best interests in mind.

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management, technology, benefits, opportunity, compensation

Cons

work life balance, stress, dependent on where you work

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PDS Health Response
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Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad you value the leadership, technology, and opportunities available. At PDS Health, we are committed to supporting our team members while continuously improving balance and consistency across our supported offices. We appreciate your feedback.
5.0
Jul 8, 2026
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Recently, I had the honor of celebrating my 15th year at PDS Health. I am still here due to the strong ethics and values this company holds. During COVID, I saw our CEO express vulnerability, compassion, and honesty, make hard, difficult decisions, but led us through a tough time, still prioritizing patients. Through my many years at PDS Health, I have held roles of Healthcare Coordinator, worked my way up to Operations Manager, then promoted to Regional Trainer. Most recently, I was promoted to Career Specialist (Recruiter) and have held this role for the past three years. As I stepped into my 15th year, I was honored with a Tenure gift – a weekend stay, plus flight, at a PDS Health company property. This happened to fall on Valentine's Day and my wedding anniversary this year. I am honored to work with a Team that does not hold achievements such as Tenure lightly and celebrates and honors achievements. Last year, my Team had a phenomenal year. We hold the value that “we fail and succeed together”. The Region grew, and the new doctor hires that our Owner brought into their private practices gave cause for celebration! My role as Career Specialist focuses on the sourcing and initial assessment – the candidate “quarterback”. I could not have been more surprised when my team nominated me for an “Extraordinary Performance” award, specifically as Regional Support to our Owners, Regional Managers, Directors, and Partners. We have now grown to over 15,000+ employees, so being nominated for these awards is rare, and winning is even more shocking! As a winner, PDS Health sent my sister and me to Las Vegas for another all-expense-paid trip to celebrate. Additionally, as a winner/nominee in this category, I also received an additional all-expense-paid trip to “Pinnacle Club” in the Bahamas! My husband and I just returned from this amazing trip, and I am still in shock and awe of what a blessing and honor it was. Having been in these rooms –XP Awards & Pinnacle Club - I took a step back to view the room, surrounded by top-tier talent, where the number one goal was to create healthier, happier patients. I could not be more thankful to be in a Company who regards values and ethics, patient care and satisfaction, and that truly leads vs. manages others. Recently, we changed our name from Pacific Dental Services to PDS Health, as we now have offices that are both medical and dental, fully integrated, caring for patients’ whole-body health. It is amazing to see patients’ lives transformed and lives saved by our compassionate, amazing Providers who are educating patients on the link between the mouth and how it affects the body. Pros – this is a company that values its people, gives opportunities to grow, and celebrates the wins – BIG TIME!

Cons

I should have applied sooner!

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PDS Health Response
3d
Thank you for sharing your experience and for celebrating 15 years with PDS Health. We’re grateful for your dedication and the many ways you’ve contributed to our mission of helping patients live healthier, happier lives. It’s inspiring to hear how opportunities for growth, recognition, and service have shaped your journey. Your commitment to our values and to supporting patients, providers, and teams is deeply appreciated.
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