General Dentist

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$400k-$450k

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Job Description

General Dentist | Fort Worth TX

Compensation: 33% of Collections

Access to 38 Credits of CE (Value over $35K free for all Dentists)

Schedule: 4 days per week (Monday & Friday, Flexible on other 2 days)

Build the Career You've Always Wanted

Are you a compassionate, patient-focused dentist looking for more than just your next position? Are you searching for a practice where you can continue developing your clinical skills, build meaningful relationships with patients, and grow into a long-term leadership role?

Our established, thriving private practice in Fort Worth is seeking a full-time Super General Dentist to join our exceptional team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated clinician who values high-quality patient care, clinical autonomy, and a collaborative environment where your professional goals are genuinely supported.

Our practice has a high focus on cosmetic dentistry such as Crowns, Smile Makeovers, Implants and Full Mouth Rehabilitation. You'll have the opportunity to build a rewarding career while practicing comprehensive dentistry in a modern, technology-driven office.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

At our practice, we believe that investing in our doctors is one of the most important investments we can make. We are committed to helping you grow both professionally and personally by providing the support, resources, and autonomy needed to build a successful and fulfilling career.

What We Offer

  • Competitive percentage of production compensation with exceptional earning potential
  • Established practice with a loyal patient base and consistent new patient flow
  • Clinical autonomy to diagnose and treat patients based on your professional judgment
  • Modern, fully equipped office with advanced technology and digital workflows
  • Highly trained dental assistants, hygienists, and administrative team dedicated to your success
  • Collaborative environment where doctors work together, share knowledge, and support one another
  • Strong reputation within the community built on exceptional patient care

Grow Your Career With Us

This position offers far more than day-to-day clinical practice. We are committed to helping our dentists continually expand their skills, confidence, and earning potential.

You'll Have Opportunities To

  • Expand your clinical scope through mentorship and hands-on experience
  • Develop expertise in advanced restorative, cosmetic, surgical, and comprehensive treatment planning
  • Increase your production through an established patient base and strong hygiene program
  • Learn best practices in case acceptance, patient communication, and practice efficiency
  • Work alongside experienced clinicians who enjoy mentoring and collaborating
  • Take on increasing leadership responsibilities as your career progresses
  • Build a long-term career with opportunities for continued professional advancement

Whether your goal is to become a highly productive clinician, mentor future dentists, or grow into a leadership position, we provide the environment and support to help you achieve it.

Your Responsibilities

As a General Dentist, you will provide comprehensive, patient-centered care while building long-lasting relationships with patients and helping them achieve optimal oral health.

Responsibilities Include

  • Perform comprehensive examinations and diagnose oral health conditions
  • Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient's clinical needs and goals
  • Deliver high-quality restorative, preventive, and cosmetic dental care
  • Perform fillings, crowns, bridges, extractions, root canal therapy, and other general dental procedures
  • Educate patients on treatment options, oral hygiene, and preventive care
  • Collaborate closely with hygienists, assistants, and administrative staff to provide an exceptional patient experience
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards
  • Continuously pursue excellence in patient care and clinical outcomes

Qualifications

We're looking for a dentist who is passionate about providing exceptional care and committed to continuous professional growth.

Qualified Candidates Will Possess

  • DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
  • Active Texas dental license in good standing
  • Experience with Eaglesoft practice management software preferred
  • Strong clinical, diagnostic, and treatment planning abilities
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • A collaborative, positive, and patient-focused approach
  • Commitment to ethical, evidence-based dentistry and exceptional patient care

Join a Practice Where You Can Thrive

This is more than a clinical opportunity—it's a chance to establish yourself within a respected practice that values your expertise, encourages continuous learning, and supports your long-term career aspirations.

If you're looking for a practice where you can grow your clinical skills, maximize your earning potential, enjoy genuine work-life balance, and make a lasting impact on your patients and community, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and discover how rewarding your future in dentistry can be.

Key Responsibilities

The General Dentist will perform comprehensive examinations, diagnose oral health conditions, and develop individualized treatment plans for patients. They will also deliver high-quality restorative, preventive, and cosmetic dental care while maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

General dentistryRestorative dentistryDiagnostic skills

General Dentistry Career Context

Independence Dental Services LP holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 14 active listings.

Of the 49 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 55% have no call, 57% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$425k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $438k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$425k midpoint, that is roughly $17k–$30k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Dentist Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution26 jobs · 21 employers

9
<$300k
10
$300k-355k
4
$355k-410k
2
$410k-465k
1
$500k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 21 employers

401k / retirement match
64%
CME allowance
55%
Sign-on bonus
32%
Relocation assistance
27%
Loan repayment
14%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

General Dentist

Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics · Waco, Texas

$300k-$500k
#2

Dentist

Westphalia Holdings · Topeka, Kansas

$230k-$461k
#3

General Dentist

$200k-$450k
#4

General Dentist

$230k-$400k
+ 24 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 2.8
Better work-life than 50% of Dentist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Fort Worth

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$264k≈ 0.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,615/mo≈ 5% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Independence Dental Services LP

Hospitals and Health Care
Dallas, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Access to 38 Credits of CE (Value over $35K)
Clinical autonomy
Modern, fully equipped office
Highly trained dental assistants, hygienists, and administrative team
Collaborative environment
Mentorship and hands-on experience
Leadership opportunities