Dentist
Listed compensation
$150k-$400k
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Job Description
General Dentist – Lakewood, Washington
Part-Time | 3 Days per Week | New Graduates Welcome | Visa Sponsorship Available
Gentle Dental is seeking a Part-Time General Dentist to join our established practice in Lakewood, Washington. This opportunity offers a three-day workweek, a strong patient flow, and access to an experienced clinical support network—making it an excellent fit for both early-career dentists and experienced providers looking for a flexible schedule.
H-1B, TN, and Green Card sponsorship are available for this position.
Why Join Gentle Dental?
At Gentle Dental, part of the InterDent family of dental providers, we believe exceptional patient care starts with supported and empowered clinicians.
With more than 170 practices across the West Coast and beyond, we provide the resources of an established dental organization while supporting clinical autonomy, professional development, and work-life balance.
For a new graduate, this position offers an opportunity to build confidence and expand your clinical skills in a supportive, hands-on environment. A consistent flow of restorative and hygiene patients provides exposure to a broad range of treatments, helping you strengthen diagnostic skills, develop clinical efficiency, and gain valuable real-world experience.
Position Highlights
- Part-time schedule of 3 days per week
- New graduates are encouraged to apply
- Strong restorative and hygiene patient flow
- In-house network of Board Eligible and Board Certified specialists to support specialty needs
- Predominantly PPO patient base
- Comprehensive, well-supported dental practice
- Compensation based on a percentage of production and experience
- Guaranteed compensation during the first 60 days
- Full-time equivalent dentists can expect to earn between $150,000 and $400,000 annually. Actual compensation for this part-time position will vary based on schedule, experience, and production.
- H-1B, TN, and Green Card sponsorship available
Practice Location
- Gentle Dental – Lakewood
- 5605 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd SW, Suite B
- Lakewood, WA 98499
Benefits
- 401(k) plan
- Continuing education credits
- Malpractice coverage
Qualifications
- New graduates welcome
- Graduate of an accredited dental school
- Current Washington State Dental License, or ability to obtain one by the start of employment
- Required professional licenses and certifications, including CPR, DEA, and NPI, as applicable
Grow Your Career with Gentle Dental
At Gentle Dental, we are committed to patient care, clinical and operational excellence, personal accountability, strong relationships, and innovative approaches that support our patients and teams.
Whether you’re beginning your career or looking for a flexible opportunity with an established dental organization, you’ll have the support and patient flow to continue developing your skills while delivering high-quality care.
Apply today to learn more about this Part-Time General Dentist opportunity in Lakewood, Washington.
To comply with Washington State’s pay transparency laws (RCW 49.58.110), this job posting includes a designated email address for the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries to send any notices of noncompliance:
Recruiting@InterDent.com [Recruiting@InterDent.com]
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality general dental care, including restorative and hygiene treatments, to a consistent patient base. Collaborate with an in-house network of specialists to ensure comprehensive patient support and clinical excellence.
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Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 40% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$275k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $257k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$275k midpoint, that is roughly $11k–$19k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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