Dentist - Smile Ithaca
Compensation
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Job Description
Full Time Dentist
Smile Ithaca
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 Michigan 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
- 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
- Smile Ithaca Website: Ithaca Dentist | Smile Dental Partners Ithaca MI
- SGA Website: 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 provide high-quality clinical care to patients in a modern, well-equipped office environment. They are expected to maintain clinical excellence while contributing to the positive energy of the local community practice.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an ADA-accredited dental school and possess a current Michigan dental license. Additionally, applicants are required to have current CPR and BLS certifications and pass a full panel drug screening.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Dentistry Career Context
Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 26% have no call, 84% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Living in Ithaca
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $192k
- Median resident rent
- $819/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 24 min
- State income tax
- Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.