Dentist
Listed compensation
Potential /yr Earnings of $250K+
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
- Full-Time General Dentist
- Gila Ridge Dental | Yuma, Arizona
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus | $250K+ Earning Potential | New Graduates Welcome
Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your clinical skills, maximize your earning potential, and join a thriving, patient-focused practice? Gila Ridge Dental in beautiful Yuma, Arizona, is seeking a motivated and compassionate General Dentist to join our established and highly successful team.
This position offers the unique opportunity to practice as the primary dentist in a well-established office, providing a high level of clinical autonomy and the ability to build strong relationships with a loyal patient base.
Why Gila Ridge Dental?
At Gila Ridge Dental, you'll have the opportunity to provide a full range of dental services while continuing to expand your skills in:
- Restorative Dentistry
- Same-Day Crowns (CEREC)
- Implant Restorations
- Comprehensive Treatment Planning
- Digital Dentistry
Advanced Technology Integration
Whether you're an experienced dentist or a new graduate eager to learn, our team provides the support, resources, and clinical autonomy you need to succeed.
Compensation & Benefits
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Potential Annual Earnings of $250,000+
- Daily Guarantee during ramp-up and credentialing
- 30% of Adjusted Production
100% Health Insurance Coverage for associates Health insurance options are also available to purchase for family members.
Dental Treatment: Associates receive non-elective dental work for themselves and their immediate family at no cost as well as a 50% discount to extended family.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Professional Fees: Paid Arizona Licensure Fees
- ADA, Southern Arizona Dental Association, and Yuma County Dental Study Club Memberships
- Paid Up to $3,500 Annually for Continuing Education
- State-of-the-Art Technology
- Practice with the latest technology to provide exceptional patient care, including:
- CEREC Same-Day Crown Technology
- CBCT Scanner
- Digital Imaging
- Modern Operatories
- About Yuma, Arizona
- Nestled along the scenic Colorado River, Yuma, AZ offers an unbeatable quality of life with:
- Over 300 days of sunshine each year
- Affordable cost of living
- Outdoor recreation, including hiking, boating, kayaking, and golfing
- Family-friendly communities
- Rich Southwestern culture and history
- Easy access to Phoenix, San Diego, and Mexico
Whether you're looking for adventure, a great place to raise a family, or a relaxed desert lifestyle, Yuma has something for everyone.
Qualifications
- DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
- Active Arizona dental license or eligibility to obtain one
- Experience preferred- 1-2 years - open to new grads
- Ability to maintain required professional liability coverage
- Strong communication and patient relationship skills
- Desire to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're a motivated dentist seeking a rewarding career with outstanding earning potential, modern technology, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on your patients' lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and discover why Gila Ridge Dental is one of Yuma's premier destinations for comprehensive dental care!
- Learn more about the practice: Visit Gila Ridge Dental
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Key Responsibilities
Provide a full range of dental services including restorative dentistry, implant restorations, and comprehensive treatment planning. Maintain high clinical standards while building strong relationships with a loyal patient base in a team-oriented environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dentist at Gila Ridge Dental - Yuma 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.
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 40 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 38% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$250k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $248k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 25% in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $250k | Dentist median $285k (middle half $225k–$400k)19 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$248k in purchasing power | Arizona index 100.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Arizona | 195 active | 5,700 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 38% no call · 78% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
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