Dentist
Listed compensation
$290k-$350k
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Now Hiring: General Dentist
Dental Dreams is seeking a General Dentist to join our Ypsilanti, Michigan clinic.
Experienced dentists and 2027 dental school graduates are encouraged to apply.
Why Choose Dental Dreams?
Dentist-Owned. Dentist-LED.
Dental Dreams is owned and operated by its founding dentist, not a private equity firm. For over 20 years, we’ve made decisions from a clinician’s perspective, prioritizing patient care and doctor success.
Built for Great Dentists
We invest in modern practices and support our doctors with experienced clinical leadership. Whether you're an experienced dentist or preparing to begin your career, you'll have the support and resources to succeed.
You focus on dentistry - we handle the business operations.
Purpose-Driven Practice
We proudly serve diverse and underserved communities, delivering high-quality care where it’s needed most. Build your clinical career while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Compensation & Financial Security
- Permanent Daily Minimum Guarantee
- Competitive Part-Time Compensation
- High patient flow with consistent production opportunities
- Visa & permanent residency sponsorship available
Clinical Experience
- Complete autonomy over treatment planning
- Mentorship from experienced, highly respected clinicians
- Full patient schedule
- Modern and paperless office
- Strong clinical and administrative support
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Robust continuing education program
- Malpractice reimbursement
- Health & vision insurance
- Dental coverage for you and your immediate family
Ready to Learn More?
If you're looking for a flexible part-time opportunity in Ypsilanti, we'd love to connect!
2027 Graduates: We encourage you to apply and learn more about the opportunity as you prepare to begin your dental career.
Contact Aldo at (312) 834-6086
dentaldreams.com
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality dental care to patients in a clinical setting while maintaining autonomy over treatment planning. Manage patient flow and collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure efficient operations.
Requirements
Candidates must be licensed dentists, including experienced professionals or 2027 dental school graduates. The role requires a commitment to serving diverse communities and delivering patient-centered care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 40 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 43% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$320k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $333k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $290k–$350k | Dentist median $208k (middle half $155k–$300k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$333k in purchasing power | Michigan index 96.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Michigan | 146 active | 5,781 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 43% no call · 78% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
Top Dentist Jobs
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22 jobs · 18 employersAnnual compensation range
Benefits & Perks
19 jobs · 18 employersShare of similar jobs offering each benefit
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
About Confidential Employer
Benefits & Perks
Living in Ypsilanti
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $271k≈ 0.9× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $1,296/mo≈ 5% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 23 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 100.9
- State income tax
- Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Ann Arbor, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.