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InterDent Service
Tucson, Arizona

General Dentist

DentalNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$180k-$400k

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Job Description

Full-Time General Dentist Opportunity – Tucson, AZ

$10,000 SIGNING BONUS + NHSC LOAN REPAYMENT ELIGIBLE

Eligible providers may qualify for up to $150,000 in student loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC), based on program eligibility and service commitment.

Gentle Dental, part of the InterDent family of dental providers, is seeking a Full-Time General Dentist to join our established practice in Tucson, Arizona.

This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career with an established patient base, strong clinical and operational support, and the autonomy to provide the care you believe is best for your patients.

At Gentle Dental, we believe great dentistry starts with supported doctors. We provide the technology, resources, mentorship, and practice management support you need so you can focus on what matters most—delivering exceptional patient care.

Why Join Gentle Dental?

  • $10,000 signing bonus
  • NHSC-approved practice – eligible providers may qualify for up to $150,000 in student loan repayment
  • Annual earning potential of $180,000–$400,000
  • Guaranteed compensation during your first year
  • No production targets
  • Percentage-of-production compensation based on experience
  • Established patient base in a predominantly PPO practice
  • Clinical autonomy and comprehensive practice support
  • In-house Board-Eligible and Board-Certified specialists available to support specialty needs
  • Generous in-house and outside continuing education opportunities
  • Local clinical mentorship and professional development
  • Modern dental technology, including 3D iTero scanners and lasers with in-house certification programs
  • Marketing, patient flow, and administrative support
  • Experienced team of dental hygienists, dental assistants, treatment coordinators, practice managers, and specialists

Schedule

  • Full-Time
  • 4–5 days per week
  • Monday–Friday

LOCATION: Gentle Dental

6373 Tanque Verde Road

Tucson, AZ 85715

Compensation & Benefits

  • Annual earning potential of $180,000–$400,000
  • Percentage-of-production compensation based on experience
  • Guaranteed compensation during the first year
  • $10,000 signing bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Additional pre-tax savings opportunities
  • Life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Malpractice insurance
  • Continuing education credits
  • Relocation assistance available for qualifying candidates
  • State license reimbursement available for qualifying relocating candidates

NHSC Student Loan Repayment Opportunity

This practice is an approved National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site. Eligible dentists may qualify for up to $150,000 in student loan repayment, depending on NHSC program eligibility, application requirements, and service commitment.

For dentists carrying significant student loan debt, this provides an opportunity to combine competitive earning potential with substantial potential loan repayment while building a long-term career in Tucson.

Qualifications

  • DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
  • Current Arizona dental license or ability to obtain one prior to employment
  • Current or ability to obtain required credentials and certifications, including CPR, DEA, and NPI
  • Commitment to exceptional patient care and clinical excellence
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Build Your Career with Gentle Dental

At Gentle Dental, our culture is centered around exceptional patient care, clinical and operational excellence, professional growth, personal accountability, and strong relationships.

You'll have the autonomy to practice dentistry while benefiting from the resources and support of an established dental organization—giving you the opportunity to focus on your patients while building a successful and rewarding career.

Join our Tucson team and take advantage of a $10,000 signing bonus, competitive earning potential, and the opportunity for up to $150,000 in NHSC student loan repayment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive dental care to an established patient base while maintaining clinical autonomy. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of specialists, hygienists, and assistants to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

General dentistryTreatment planning3D iTero scanningLaser dentistry

General Dentistry Career Context

Of the 45 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 44% have no call, 76% 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).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks19 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Dentist listings

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

  • No weekends

Living in Tucson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$322k≈ 1.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,425/mo≈ 10% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.9
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Tucson, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

$10,000 Signing Bonus
NHSC Loan Repayment up to $150,000
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Malpractice Insurance
Continuing Education Credits