General Dentist
Listed compensation
$200k-$300k
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
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Job Description
Dentist – General & Advanced Cosmetics (Flexible Schedule, Mentorship)
Join Shemen Dental Group, a trusted independent practice serving 7,000+ patients across the Texas Panhandle for 30+ years.
We're seeking an Associate Dentist to provide comprehensive general dentistry—fillings, cleanings, extractions, and restorations—with opportunities to grow into advanced cases like implants, same-day crowns, and cosmetic dentistry.
You'll work 3 days per week alongside experienced clinical leaders who mentor, support, and collaborate with you every step of the way. This is a place where your clinical skills matter, your patients know you by name, and your schedule is designed around your life—not the other way around.
Whether you're early-career seeking mentorship, mid-career seeking balance, or simply tired of DSO churn, Shemen offers stability, autonomy, and a genuine professional community.
Compensation
$800–$1,000 guaranteed daily minimum for first 90 days, then 28–34% of Collections
Schedule: 3 Days per week - Flexible schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday
Opportunity Highlights
- Established 7,000+ patient base—immediate case flow and production support
- 3-day-per-week schedule (negotiable hours; part-time arrangement available)
- Guaranteed daily minimum income for first 90 days + production incentive thereafter
- Advanced technology: same-day CEREC crowns, Invisalign, full implant surgical & restorative services
- Clinical mentorship from three experienced dentists (one regional educator/speaker)
- Supportive team: 5 registered hygienists, 5 clinical assistants (excellent support-to-provider ratio)
- Affordable cost of living (18% below national average, home prices ~$235K median)
- Independent practice culture—no DSO, no corporate restructuring risk
- $4,000 daily production target supported by established patient base
About the Area
Amarillo is a vibrant mid-sized city (235,000 metro) in the Texas Panhandle with a low cost of living, affordable housing, and surprising recreational opportunities.
Just 30 miles south is Palo Duro Canyon State Park—the "Grand Canyon of Texas" and second-largest canyon in the U.S.—offering world-class hiking, biking, horseback riding, and outdoor theater. Lake Meredith provides boating, fishing, and camping.
Closer to town, you'll find a revitalized downtown anchored by Hodgetown Stadium (Sod Poodles baseball), a growing craft brewery and restaurant scene, Route 66 historic district shops, and cultural venues like the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum.
Amarillo is known for its small-town professional community, genuine neighborliness, and direct access to the High Plains lifestyle—without the traffic or expense of major metros like Dallas or Austin. Housing is affordable (~$235K median); rent for a 3-bedroom is ~$1,290/month. Healthcare costs are 18% below national average.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive general dentistry including examinations, cleanings, fillings, extractions, root canals, and restorative treatments
- Diagnose dental conditions and develop treatment plans in consultation with team dentists
- Perform advanced procedures as skills/confidence grow: same-day crowns (CEREC), implant restorations, cosmetic cases (Invisalign, whitening)
- Maintain high standards of clinical care, patient communication, and infection control
- Contribute to a collegial, mentorship-focused team environment
- Participate in continuing education and skill development as supported by practice leadership
- Manage patient records, treatment documentation, and insurance coordination with administrative team
Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) from an accredited dental school
- Current, valid Texas dental license (or eligibility to obtain one)
- Active malpractice insurance (practice can assist with placement)
- General dentistry competency and patient care orientation
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years post-graduation general dentistry experience (early-career welcome with mentorship)
- Experience or interest in advanced cases: implants, cosmetic dentistry, CEREC/same-day dentistry
- Strong communication skills and patient-centered approach
- Collaborative mindset and willingness to engage with peer mentors
- Interest in part-time or flexible schedule arrangement (not required, but valued)
Requirements
Requires a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree and a valid Texas dental license. Candidates should have general dentistry competency and a patient-centered approach.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 22% have no call, 84% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$250k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $257k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $200k–$300k | Dentist median $263k (middle half $225k–$300k)40 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$257k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| General Dentistry listings in Texas | 118 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dentist listings in Texas | 454 active | 5,870 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 22% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $12k) · 2% offer loan repayment454 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New General Dentistry listings | 631 in the last 30 days | 404 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$250k midpoint, that is roughly $10k–$18k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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