General Dentist
Listed compensation
Salary Range: $800.00/day
The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday
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Job Description
- Job Location: WDA-Worcester Dental Arts - Worcester, MA
- Position Type: Full Time
- Salary Range: $800.00 - $800.00Commission
- Job Category: Health Care, Worcester Dental Arts is seeking a General Dentist to join our established, patient-focused practice. Our dentists are supported by experienced clinical teams and a strong operational team that allows them to focus on delivering excellent care. You’ll step into a strong patient base with consistent new patient flow, providing the opportunity to quickly build and maintain a productive schedule. This opportunity offers modern technology and the support of a superbly trained clinical team. Full-time dentists enjoy paid time off and reimbursements for continuing education and malpractice insurance. This role is ideal for a dentist who values clinical autonomy, strong patient demand, and the support needed to succeed.
Compensation includes a competitive percentage of collections with an initial daily guarantee to support a smooth transition into the practice
- Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8 am - 5 pm
Responsibilities Provide comprehensive general dentistry services including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, and restorative care Deliver high-quality care in a patient-centered environment Educate patients on oral health and treatment options Collaborate with hygienists, assistants, and support staff to ensure efficient patient flow Maintain accurate and detailed patient records Adhere to clinical standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
What We Offer
Competitive compensation Reimbursements for continuing education and malpractice insurance Strong patient flow and established practice support Clinical autonomy Experienced clinical and administrative team Modern technology and well-equipped operatories Full-time
Benefits
We recognize that taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Health insurance starting on your first day CE reimbursement Malpractice reimbursement Vision insurance Paid vacation time Paid sick time Dental and orthodontic benefits 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution Consistent, set schedule (no weekends!) #simplyden Qualifications: DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school Active state dental license (or ability to obtain prior to start date) Minimum of 3-5 years of work experience, post dental school/residency Confident and comfortable practicing independently as the sole dentist in an office Commitment to high-quality clinical care and patient experience Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively within a team-based environment
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive general dentistry services including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, and restorative care. Collaborate with hygienists, assistants, and support staff to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care.
Requirements
Requires a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school and an active state dental license. Candidates must have 3-5 years of work experience and be comfortable practicing independently.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 41 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 41% have no call, 73% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$208k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $197k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $208k | Dentist median $250k (middle half $150k–$350k)13 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$197k in purchasing power | Massachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Massachusetts | 158 active | 5,723 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 41% no call · 73% no weekends41 benchmarked listings |
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