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SGA Dental Partners
Salinas, California

Dentist - Monterey Coast Periodontics & Implant Dentistry - Salinas

DentistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$280k-$300k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

General Dentist

Full-Time

Monterey Coast Periodontics & Implant Dentistry

At Monterey Coast Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, we specialize in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of gum disease, as well as dental implant placement. Our practice leaders apply their wealth of expertise and advanced understanding of facial structure, gums, and bones to make sure our patients oral health has a strong foundation.

About the Position

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled dentist to join our team! Our office is equipped with the latest technology, and we are committed to providing exceptional patient care. If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we have a full-time opening available.

What We’ll Like About You

  • DDS or DMD degree from an ADA-accredited dental school
  • Current CA license or eligible upon graduation
  • Current CPR and BLS certifications
  • Experience in clinical or private practice, either new or previous
  • Strong aptitude for professional communication, both spoken and written

SGA Dental Partners Offers Numerous Benefits for Dentists

  • Estimated 1st year earning of $280,000 - $300,000
  • Eligible for Pathway to Partnership.
  • Annual CE Budget of $2,500; extensive in-house CE program.
  • Full Medical and Benefits
  • Licensure and DEA expenses covered
  • Malpractice Insurance covered
  • ADA and State Dues as well as AAP dues covered
  • Internal programs, covering multiple specialties and subjects
  • Mentorship program

Check Us Out At

Homepage - Periodontist in Carmel and Salinas- Monterey Coast Periodontics Periodontist in Carmel and Salinas

sgadental.com

In hometown communities, SGA Dental Partners is a beacon of positive energy, delivering the highest level of clinical excellence and patient-centered care. Apply today to join us in making a difference!

In order to maintain a high level of clinical excellence, SGA Dental Partners and dental practices affiliated with SGA maintain a drug free and alcohol free workplace. All new hires are required to pass a full panel drug screening as a condition of employment.

SGA Dental Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at every level of our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Key Responsibilities

The dentist will perform diagnosis and treatment of gum disease and dental implant placement. They are responsible for providing exceptional patient care while maintaining the clinical standards of the practice.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an ADA-accredited dental school and possess a current California dental license. Additionally, current CPR and BLS certifications are required for the role.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Clinical practiceTreatment planningGum disease treatment

General Dentistry Career Context

Of the 40 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$290k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $262k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Dentist by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$280k–$300kDentist median $225k (middle half $193k–$275k)37 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$262k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentist listings in California582 active5,804 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 43% no call · 78% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 4% offer loan repayment582 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Dentist Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs · 17 employers
6
<$285k
11
$285k-350k
2
$350k-415k
1
$461k
2
$500k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

19 jobs · 17 employers
401k / retirement match
74%
CME allowance
63% this job
Sign-on bonus
32%
Loan repayment
11%
Relocation assistance
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$150k-$500k
#2

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Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics · Waco, Texas

$300k-$500k
#3

Dentist

$230k-$461k
#4

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$150k-$400k
+ 20 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% 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 SGA Dental Partners

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Benefits & Perks

Pathway to Partnership
Annual CE Budget ($2,500)
Full Medical and Benefits
Licensure and DEA Expenses Covered
Malpractice Insurance Covered
ADA and State Dues Covered
AAP Dues Covered
Mentorship Program

Living in Salinas

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$732k≈ 2.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,530/mo≈ 11% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
109.0
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Salinas, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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