Dentist
Listed compensation
$275k-$325k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday4-day week
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Job Description
General Dentist Opportunity – Salem, Oregon | Established, High-Performing Private Group Practice (Confidential)
Are you a confident, comprehensive General Dentist looking for a stable, busy schedule in a well-supported, modern practice? Our long-established, doctor-led private group practice in Salem, Oregon is seeking a full-time Associate Dentist (W-2, benefits eligible) to join a collaborative, high-production team.
This is a strong opportunity to step into consistent patient demand, efficient systems, and a clinical environment built for quality, autonomy, and long-term success.
Practice Overview
This practice has deep community roots and a reputation for high-quality, comprehensive care. You’ll be working in a modern office with strong operational support and a team that knows how to keep the schedule full and the day running smoothly.
- Practice Snapshot
- 12 operatories
- Open Dental practice management software
- Strong hygiene program and established recall systems
- Efficient, experienced clinical and administrative support
Clinical & Procedural Focus
We’re looking for an Associate Dentist who is confident in bread-and-butter restorative dentistry and values practicing comprehensive care the right way. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment with great support, you’ll fit right in.
Ideal Strengths Include
- Comprehensive exams & treatment planning
- Restorative dentistry (fillings, crowns, bridges)
- Simple to moderate extractions
- Endo experience is a plus (or interest in growth is welcomed)
- Schedule, Employment & Benefits
- Full-Time, W-2 (benefits eligible)
- Monday–Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (PST)
- Predictable 4-day schedule with strong work-life balance
- Full operational and administrative support so you can stay focused on patient care
- Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Established private group practice with strong demand
- 12-op facility designed for efficient flow and productivity
- Open Dental and streamlined systems
- Team-oriented culture with experienced support staff
- Stable, long-term opportunity in a growing Oregon market
Why Salem, Oregon?
Salem offers an ideal mix of livability and access: a strong local community, easy proximity to the Willamette Valley, and convenient drives to Portland, Eugene, the Oregon Coast, and outdoor recreation. It’s a great place to build a long-term home while maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
Interested?
Apply to learn more and request a confidential overview of the practice, compensation structure, and expected schedule/production mix.
Key Responsibilities
The associate dentist will perform comprehensive exams, treatment planning, and restorative procedures such as fillings, crowns, and bridges. They will work within a team-oriented environment to provide high-quality care while maintaining efficient clinical workflows.
Requirements
The candidate must be a confident, comprehensive General Dentist capable of handling restorative dentistry and simple to moderate extractions. Experience or interest in endodontics is considered a plus for this role.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 43 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 44% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$300k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $290k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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