General Dentist

DentistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$200k-$300k

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 1mo ago

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

Restorative dentistryImplant surgeryTreatment planningClinical documentation

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).

Dentist by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$200k–$300kDentist median $263k (middle half $225k–$300k)40 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$257k in purchasing powerTexas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
General Dentistry listings in Texas118 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All dentist listings in Texas454 active5,870 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 22% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTexas healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $12k) · 2% offer loan repayment454 active listings, Nov 2026
New General Dentistry listings631 in the last 30 days404 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Texas figures use all dentists: too few Texas General Dentistry postings state pay.

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.

Top Dentist Jobs

14 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

14 jobs · 12 employers
3
<$275k
6
$275k-320k
2
$350k
2
$400k
1
$461k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

12 jobs
CME allowance
58% this job
401k / retirement match
50%
Sign-on bonus
42%
Visa sponsorship
33%
Loan repayment
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$230k-$461k
#2

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#3

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#4

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$290k-$350k
+ 12 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.

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About Independence Dental Services LP

Hospitals and Health Care
Dallas, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Guaranteed daily minimum for first 90 days
28-34% of collections after 90 days
Clinical mentorship from three experienced dentists
5 registered hygienists and 5 clinical assistants
Same-day CEREC crowns, Invisalign, implant services
Malpractice insurance assistance
Continuing education support

Living in Amarillo

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$218k≈ 1.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,305/mo≈ 8% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.8
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 · Amarillo, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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