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Familia Dental | Roswell, NM
Roswell, New Mexico

General Dentist - Roswell, NM

DentistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$250K - $500K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and weekend coverage.

Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

General Dentist Opportunity with Familia Dental and Vivid Smiles

Familia Dental and Vivid Smiles are hiring a General Dentist in Roswell, New Mexico. This full-time dentist opportunity is open to experienced dentists, associate dentists, and upcoming DDS/DMD graduates seeking clinical autonomy, mentorship, strong earning potential, and long-term career growth.

At Familia Dental, our dentists provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care for children and adults while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. This is an opportunity to practice dentistry with purpose, build long-term patient relationships, and grow within a successful dental organization that supports providers clinically, professionally, and financially.

Why Join Familia Dental?

Familia Dental gives dentists 100% clinical autonomy, allowing providers to make independent clinical decisions while benefiting from operational and administrative support. Our model is designed to reduce non-clinical burdens so dentists can focus on patient care.

Our practices are equipped with modern dental technology, including electronic health records and digital X-rays, helping providers deliver efficient, high-quality care. Dentists are supported by experienced clinical and operational teams so they can focus on treatment planning, patient care, and long-term clinical success.

Through FamiliaU, dentists receive structured mentorship, proficiency development, and advanced clinical training. This makes the opportunity a strong fit for both new graduate dentists and experienced providers looking to expand their skills.

Familia Dental is a growing dental organization with offices across Illinois, Indiana, New Mexico, Wisconsin, and Texas. With 35 clinics and over 600 employees, our network provides long-term stability, strong clinical infrastructure, and opportunities for professional growth.

Compensation and Benefits

  • (Compensation varies based on experience, location, schedule, and other factors)
  • Average earning potential: $250,000–$400,000+, including new graduates
  • Daily minimum guarantees
  • 30–35% of production, including X-rays, with potential location-based premiums
  • Cash bonuses and long-term incentive opportunities
  • Two weeks of paid vacation time
  • Full medical benefits, including family coverage
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Sponsorship available for H-1B, TN, and Green Card candidates
  • Up to $3,000 annual continuing education allowance
  • Automatic enrollment in FamiliaU for mentorship and advanced clinical training
  • License reimbursement
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • General Dentist Responsibilities
  • Provide high-quality, comprehensive dental care to children and adults
  • Diagnose and treat dental conditions through restorative dentistry, extractions, crowns, dentures, prosthetic treatment, and other appropriate procedures
  • Develop, present, and explain treatment plans during patient consultations
  • Review treatment options with patients and families and obtain informed consent
  • Deliver consistent, compassionate, patient-centered care
  • Maintain accurate dental records and medical documentation in accordance with company standards
  • Follow all federal, state, and regulatory requirements, including state dental board regulations, HIPAA, and OSHA standards
  • Provide leadership and direction to dental assistants and clinical support staff
  • Support a positive, collaborative office environment focused on patient care and team success

Requirements

  • DDS or DMD from an ADA/CDAC-accredited dental school
  • Current or eligible state dental license
  • Experienced dentists and prospective graduates are encouraged to apply
  • Strong commitment to patient-centered care, clinical quality, and professional growth
  • Ability to provide comprehensive general dentistry services, including treatment planning, restorative dentistry, extractions, crowns, dentures, and patient education
  • Familia Dental is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Key Responsibilities

The General Dentist will provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care including restorative procedures, extractions, and prosthetic treatments. They are also responsible for developing treatment plans, maintaining accurate medical records, and providing leadership to clinical support staff.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Patient consultationClinical documentationHIPAA compliance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates General Dentist - Roswell, NM at Familia Dental | Roswell, NM a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc.

Dentistry Career Context

Of the 43 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% have no call, 88% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$375k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $407k in an average-cost state. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Dentist by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 25% in dentistranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$250k–$500kDentist median $250k (middle half $200k–$300k)388 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$407k in purchasing powerNew Mexico index 92.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentistry listings in New Mexico10 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All dentist listings in New Mexico44 active5,989 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 35% no call · 88% no weekends43 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 27% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dentistry listings257 in the last 30 days204 the 30 days before (+26%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,154 Dentist listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. New Mexico figures use all dentists: too few New Mexico Dentistry postings state pay.

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Work-life snapshot

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About Familia Dental | Roswell, NM

Hospitals and Health Care
Schaumburg, IL
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Daily minimum guarantees
30-35% of production
Cash bonuses
Two weeks paid vacation
Full medical benefits
Malpractice coverage
H-1B, TN, Green Card sponsorship
Up to $3,000 annual CME allowance

Living in Roswell

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$214k≈ 0.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,263/mo≈ 6% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
18 min
State income tax
Up to 5.9%
Sources & methodology

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

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