General Dentist
Listed compensation
/yr income between $180K and $400K
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Full-time General Dentist Opportunity in Tucson, AZ.
$10,000 Signing bonus
At Gentle Dental, part of the InterDent family of dental providers, we believe that a healthy smile is the foundation of a healthy life—and so is a supportive, mission-driven team. With over 170 practices across the West Coast and beyond, we’re more than just a dental network—we’re a community rooted in quality care, clinical autonomy, and team empowerment.
Whether you’re a dental professional, practice leader, or support team member, you’ll find a culture that values your growth, respects your expertise, and champions work-life balance. At Gentle Dental, we don’t just care for patients—we care for each other.
Why Join Our Growing Team?
- Competitive Compensation with annual income between $180,000 and $400,000. NO production targets. Guaranteed compensation in first year
- Mentorship and development including generous in house CE and outside CE credits, as well as local clinical mentorship
- 401(k) with company match and deferred compensation programs designed to maximize savings and take home income
- The latest in dental technology including 3D iTero scanners and lasers (with in house certification programs)
- Full practice management support with marketing, patient flow, and administrative support to allow Doctors to focus on patients and provide work-life balance
- Company provided insurance including malpractice, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term and long term disability
- Competent and supportive team of dental professionals, (including dental hygienists, dental assistants, treatment coordinators, practice managers, and in house dental specialists) there to support and drive quality patient care
Position Details
- Full team of in house Board eligible, or Certified, specialists to support your specialty needs
- Predominantly PPO practice
- Comprehensive dental office
- Compensation
- Percentage of production based on experience
- Full time Dentist expected to make between $180,000 and $400,000
Schedule: * 4-5 days a week
- Monday – Friday
Location: * 6373 Tanque Verde Road, Tucson, AZ 85715
Benefits Include
- Healthcare package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Short and long term disability
- 401K and additional Pre-tax saving plan
- Life insurance
- CE credits
- Malpractice
- For candidates who are considering relocating into the area, relocation assistance and state license reimbursement is available.
Position Qualifications
- Accredited Dental School Graduate
- Current applicable State Dental License (or the ability to acquire one by time of employment)
- Other licenses/certifications such as CPR, DEA, NPI
We focus on a commitment to patient care, operational and clinical excellence, personal accountability, building relationships, and seeking out innovative and creative approaches to support our patients and teams.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive general dental care to patients while utilizing advanced dental technology. Collaborate with a supportive team of specialists and staff to ensure high-quality clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Requirements
Must be a graduate of an accredited dental school with a current or obtainable state dental license. Required certifications include CPR, DEA, and NPI.
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Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates General Dentist at InterDent Service a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Dentistry Career Context
Of the 49 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 39% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$290k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $288k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 25% in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$288k in purchasing power | Arizona index 100.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Arizona | 188 active | 5,625 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 39% no call · 80% no weekends49 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Arizona healthcare professional listings: 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 6% offer loan repayment188 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Dentistry listings | 213 in the last 30 days | 209 the 30 days before (about the same)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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