General Dentist
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Job Description
- General Dentist | Wausau, Wisconsin Area
- Full-Time or Part-Time Opportunity with a Sign-On Bonus
- Cherry Tree Dental
Are you looking for a practice where you can build meaningful patient relationships, collaborate with an experienced team, and enjoy the autonomy to practice dentistry the way you were trained? Cherry Tree Dental is growing, and we're seeking a General Dentist to join one of our thriving practices in the Wausau, Wisconsin area.
This opportunity is ideal for a patient-focused clinician who is passionate about delivering high-quality care while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Why Cherry Tree Dental?
At Cherry Tree Dental, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care while supporting our providers' professional and personal success. You'll enjoy:
- A collaborative team of experienced dental professionals who value partnership and clinical excellence
- A modern, fully digital practice equipped with advanced technology and quality materials
- Clinical autonomy and the freedom to make treatment decisions in the best interest of your patients
- A strong patient base and established reputation within the community
- Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling options
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your long-term success and well-being.
Compensation
Earn the greater of a guaranteed minimum salary or a percentage of collections
Benefits
- Medical insurance with significant employer contributions
- Employer-paid dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions
- 100% vested employer 401(k) contribution
- Continuing education reimbursement
- Student loan repayment assistance
- 409A deferred compensation plan
- Up to four weeks of PTO during your first year
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks)
- Employer-paid malpractice insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
What You'll Do
As a General Dentist with Cherry Tree Dental, you will:
- Provide comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages
- Diagnose oral health conditions and develop individualized treatment plans
- Educate patients on preventive care and treatment options
- Collaborate with hygienists, assistants, and clinical team members to deliver exceptional patient experiences
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records
- Build lasting relationships with patients while promoting lifelong oral health
Qualifications
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school
- Wisconsin dental license or eligibility for Wisconsin licensure
- Commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Join a Growing Dental Organization
At Cherry Tree Dental, you'll find more than a job—you'll find a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and supports you in providing exceptional care to every patient. If you're ready to advance your career in a collaborative and welcoming environment, we'd love to connect with you.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages and develop individualized treatment plans. Collaborate with the clinical team to educate patients on preventive care and maintain accurate patient records.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates General Dentist at Cherry Tree Dental a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc.
Dentistry Career Context
Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 22% have no call, 88% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 25% in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Dentist median $225k (middle half $170k–$250k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Wisconsin index 94.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentistry listings in Wisconsin | 28 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dentist listings in Wisconsin | 171 active | 5,913 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 22% no call · 88% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus · loan repayment | Wisconsin healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 12% offer loan repayment171 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Dentistry listings | 250 in the last 30 days | 204 the 30 days before (+23%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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