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Imagen Dental Partners
Palm Springs, California

Dentist - Relocation Opportunity

DentalPart-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

General Overview

Looking for more than just a general dentistry role? Lake Dental in Palm Springs is a relationship-driven, family-friendly practice known for its calm, collaborative, and down-to-earth culture. This is a team-oriented environment where providers genuinely enjoy working together and prioritize long-term patient relationships.

*This position is based in Palm Springs, CA, and is ideal for a dentist seeking to relocate to the area or already living within commuting distance. *

We’re seeking an associate dentist who is excited to practice comprehensive dentistry and has a strong interest in expanding skills in endodontics, implants, and surgery. You’ll work alongside multiple seasoned clinicians who are passionate about mentorship, making this a great opportunity for experienced doctors looking to grow.

This is a busy, well-established practice offering clinical autonomy, strong support, and advanced technology including CEREC, CBCT, and digital imaging.

Schedule: Start at 3 days per week (Fridays required)

Opportunity to grow into a 4-day schedule within the first year

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation and retention bonus
  • Potential Pathway to Partnership
  • Access to top-tier continuing education and mentorship
  • 401(k) with match and malpractice coverage
  • Medical, vision, disability, FSA/HSA options
  • Wellness programs and additional perks for you (and even your pets)
  • Up To $40,000 Sign on/Relocation Bonus

If you’re looking for a supportive, high-quality practice where you can expand your clinical skillset, build meaningful patient relationships, and feel at home with your team, this is a standout opportunity in Palm Springs.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive and compassionate oral healthcare, utilizing advanced diagnostic skills to develop personalized treatment plans that prioritize patient well-being and long-term dental health.

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.

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.

Minimum of two years of clinical practice experience, demonstrating professional growth and practical expertise in dental care

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)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Treatment planningPatient relationship management

Dentistry Career Context

Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 34% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Dentist Jobs

34 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution32 jobs · 27 employers

13
<$265k
7
$265k-310k
2
$310k-355k
4
$355k-400k
6
$400k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks30 jobs · 27 employers

401k / retirement match
77% this job
CME allowance
60% this job
Sign-on bonus
23% this job
Relocation assistance
23% this job
Loan repayment
17%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$500K+
#2

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#3

Dentist – DDS / DMD

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#4

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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.

Living in Palm Springs

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$833k
Typical market rent
$2,110/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.4
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Retention bonus
Pathway to partnership
Continuing education and mentorship
401(k) with match
Malpractice coverage
Medical, vision, disability insurance
FSA/HSA options