Associate Dentist

DentistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

General Overview

At Mark Weems DDS we are looking for a skilled Associate Dentist to join our patient-centered dental practice in Ada, OK. We are committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive team environment.

We are rooted in a close-knit small-town community where personalized, high quality dental care and strong relationships are at the heart of what we do. We take pride in creating a welcoming and caring environment for each one of our patients.

This will be a fulfilling opportunity for a doctor who is looking for clinical autonomy, a clear pathway to partnership, and the unique experience of practicing in a charming rural setting. We provide rewarding careers for team members and comprehensive dental services to patients of all ages.

Our perks include:

We offer you the platform that you need to take your career in any direction you choose, including a clear Pathway to Partnership, along with a competitive $30,000 sign-on/relocation bonus to support your transition

Continuous education and unparalleled support to grow your career—ideal for new graduates and experienced doctors alike—with access to world class CE courses, including custom learning opportunities tailored to your development stage.

A collaborative community of technology-driven, top-tier dentists that support and inspire each other on a daily basis

Technology

We utilize the latest dental technology to uphold the highest standards in patient care, we provide a comfortable, compassionate environment with a focus on future dental health.

We are proud to provide a wide variety of services to help our patients to achieve a lifetime of beautifully healthy smiles:

  • Gum Disease / Cosmetic Dentistry / Periodontal Treatments / Pediatric Dentistry / Sedation Dentistry / TMJ-TMD
  • Digital X-rays / Oral Cancer Screening / Opalescence® Whitening /®

Benefits

  • A competitive compensation package
  • Malpractice insurance
  • 401K and 401K matching program
  • Affordable medical, vision and disability plans, as well as flexible spending and health saving accounts
  • We offer wellness programs so you can live and work at your best every day
  • Benefits and perks for you, your family and even your pets

Examine, diagnose, prescribe, and carry out (or direct others in carrying out) oral health care services that are in the best interest of the patient.

Contribute towards a team oriented and collegiate environment by working with other clinical and non-clinical staff members, as necessary.

Uphold the policy, protocol, and procedures in compliance with the most current accepted professional standards.

Improving your clinical skills and acumen through participation in continuing education and training opportunities (continuing education support is available)

  • Participate in various community outreach initiatives, as necessary.
  • DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
  • Current, valid state license to practice dentistry (License must be in good standing) or eligible for licensure.
  • Other certifications as required by state to include - CPR, DEA, etc.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.

Current, valid state license to practice dentistry (License must be in good standing) or eligible for licensure.

Two years of practice experience preferred; however, new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive comprehensive mentorship and support.

Other certifications as required by state to include - CPR, DEA, etc.

Our commitment to inclusion is woven into the core of who we are. We believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our team members, patients, partners, and the communities we serve.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, or any other class protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

DiagnosisTMJ-TMD treatment

General Dentistry Career Context

Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% have no call, 88% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Oklahoma is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Oklahoma clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Dentist by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedDentist median $250k (middle half $200k–$313k)400 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingOklahoma index 87.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
General Dentistry listings in Oklahoma21 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All dentist listings in Oklahoma100 active6,004 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 26% no call · 88% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$30k sign-onOklahoma healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 13% state a sign-on bonus · 2% offer loan repayment100 active listings, Nov 2026
New General Dentistry listings644 in the last 30 days429 the 30 days before (+50%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Oklahoma figures use all dentists: too few Oklahoma General Dentistry postings state pay.

Top Dentist Jobs

21 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

17 jobs · 16 employers
4
<$240k
8
$240k-315k
2
$350k
2
$390k-465k
1
$500k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

16 jobs
401k / retirement match
56% this job
Sign-on bonus
50% this job
CME allowance
50% this job
Loan repayment
25%
Visa sponsorship
19%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

General Dentist

Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics · Waco, Texas

$300k-$500k
#2

Dentist

Westphalia Holdings · Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

$230k-$461k
#3

Periodontist

$1,500/day
#4

Dentist

$290k-$350k
+ 19 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Dentist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Imagen Dental Partners

Hospitals and Health Care
Scottsdale, Arizona
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

$30,000 sign-on/relocation bonus
Pathway to Partnership
Malpractice insurance
401K and 401K matching program
Medical, vision, and disability plans
Flexible spending and health saving accounts
Wellness programs
Continuing education support

Living in Ada

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$188k
Typical market rent
$1,030/mo
Residents’ average commute
14 min
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.