Dentist
Listed compensation
$179K - $235K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Benefits/Perks
- Careers Advancement Opportunities
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Compensation
Summary
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Dentist to join the team at Lake Nona (Orlando VA Medical Center)
The ideal candidate should have an excellent bedside manner and be committed to providing care that makes patients feel like family. Our facility is modern, updated, and equipped with everything you need to provide high-quality dentistry. If you have a passion for dental care and are looking to work alongside other equally caring and committed professionals, we want to hear from you!
- Meet VA Dentist qualification standards and provide comprehensive dental care, including:
- Consultations
- Comprehensive examinations
Diagnosis
Preventive and therapeutic treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions affecting the oral cavity, maxillofacial region, and associated structures.
Responsibilities
Provide thorough examinations to determine overall dental health and evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
- Diagnose and treat dental problems including root canals, extractions, and restoration
- Perform dental care treatments including x-rays, fillings, sealants, and cosmetic dental services
- Consult with other dental specialists when necessary
- Supervise staff
- Provide education to patients on oral hygiene and use of orthodontics and dental appliances
- Adhere to strict health and safety guidelines
Qualifications
DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) or DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) degree from an ADA-accredited dental school is required
- Board Certified and/or Board Eligible in General Dentistry
- Current state license
- Previous experience in clinical or private practice
- CPR, BLS, and NPI certifications
- Deep understanding of dental standards and dental medicine trends
- Excellent bedside manner
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dentist at Presidential Staffing Solutions a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc.
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 47 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% have no call, 85% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$207k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $200k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.1 / 10 · top 10% in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $179k–$235k | Dentist median $275k (middle half $233k–$375k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$200k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| General Dentistry listings in Florida | 86 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dentist listings in Florida | 319 active | 5,914 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 28% no call · 85% no weekends47 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 2% offer loan repayment319 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New General Dentistry listings | 634 in the last 30 days | 423 the 30 days before (+50%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$207k midpoint, that is roughly $8k–$14k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Top Dentist Jobs
10 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution
10 jobs · 9 employersAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
10 jobs · 9 employersHigher = better work-life balance
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Dental Dreams · Chicago Heights, Illinois
Part Time Dentist
$250k-$350kStaff Dentist
$191k-$304kWork-life snapshot
Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
About Presidential Staffing Solutions
Benefits & Perks
Living in Orlando
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $357k≈ 2.0× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $1,889/mo≈ 13% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 26 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 101.4
- 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 · Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.