General Dentist- Northern Nevada
Listed compensation
$250K - $450K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Join Our Team as a General Dentist – Reno/Lake Tahoe
Absolute Dental | Nevada’s Largest Dental Network
Step into an incredible opportunity in the breathtaking Reno/Lake Tahoe region —where world-class outdoor recreation meets a high-performing dental career. Enjoy Nevada’s tax advantages, endless activities, and exceptional dining while growing in a supportive, patient-focused environment.
Why Absolute Dental?
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (Full-time only)
- Guaranteed daily rate (no expiration) OR tiered production % — whichever is higher
No cap. No draw. Unlimited earning potential
What You’ll Love
- Lead or Associate Dentist opportunities in practices generating $3M+ annually
- Up to $2,000/month student loan reimbursement (Full-time only, including non-traditional loans)
- Mentorship program with full clinical & professional development support
- Full autonomy over treatment planning and scheduling
- Access to in-house specialists + opportunity to perform specialty procedures
- Sponsorship & green card support
- Free continuing education opportunities
- Practices averaging 4.4-star patient ratings
- Fully digital workflows for efficiency and ease
- PPO + cash-pay patient base (minimal adult Medicaid)
Comprehensive Benefits + Unique Perks
- Medical, dental & vision coverage
- Wellness programs
- Pet insurance
- Laundry service (yes, really )
About Absolute Dental
- For over 20 years, Absolute Dental has proudly served Nevada communities
- We’ve donated $250,000+ to local charities, patients, and team members, and are honored recipients of:
- Congressional Freedom Award
- Top Corporate Sponsor
Community Kindness Winner
We believe in doing well by doing good—inside and outside the practice.
Requirements
- DDS or DMD from an accredited U.S. dental school
- Active or eligible Nevada dental license
- Ability to obtain RX, DEA, and CPR credentials
Compensation
- $250,000 – $450,000 annually
- Based on experience, daily rate, and production percentage
Ready to build your career in one of Nevada’s most scenic and rewarding regions? Apply now and start changing lives—one smile at a time
Key Responsibilities
The General Dentist will lead or associate in dental practices, managing patient treatment planning and scheduling. They will also have the opportunity to perform specialty procedures and collaborate with in-house specialists.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates General Dentist- Northern Nevada at Absolute Dental 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 44 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% have no call, 89% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Nevada is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$350k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $350k in an average-cost state. 57.5% of Nevada 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 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$350k in purchasing power | Nevada index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| General Dentistry listings in Nevada | 21 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dentist listings in Nevada | 85 active | 5,912 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 30% no call · 89% no weekends44 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $10k sign-on · $24k loan repayment | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New General Dentistry listings | 612 in the last 30 days | 433 the 30 days before (+41%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Nevada has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$350k midpoint, that is roughly $14k–$25k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Work-Life Balance Distribution
11 jobs · 10 employersHigher = better work-life balance
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$250k-$350kWork-life snapshot
Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
Benefits & Perks
Living in Reno
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $546k≈ 2.2× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $1,997/mo≈ 10% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 20 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 101.0
- State income tax
- None
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Reno, NV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.