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Premier Dentist Partners
South Bend, Indiana

Associate Dentist

DentistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

At Premier Dentist Partners, your goals are our goals. Whether you are early in your career or an experienced dental professional, we provide the support, resources, and opportunities you need to grow and build a rewarding career.

As an Associate General Dentist, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive, high-quality dental care while contributing to the overall success of the practice.

You will work collaboratively with our dental team to deliver an exceptional patient experience while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence, professionalism, and ethical care.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and treat a variety of dental conditions, including cavities, gum disease, and oral infections
  • Perform comprehensive dental examinations and preventive treatments
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs
  • Interpret diagnostic images, including X-rays, to assess oral health and identify potential concerns
  • Provide restorative and general dental procedures within the scope of licensure and clinical training
  • Work closely with dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other team members to ensure seamless patient care
  • Collaborate with specialists when appropriate for complex cases and referrals
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, treatment plans, and clinical notes
  • Communicate treatment plans, procedures, and post-operative care instructions clearly and effectively to patients
  • Address patient questions and concerns in a professional and compassionate manner

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from an accredited dental school
  • Current and valid state dental license
  • Previous experience in general dentistry practice preferred
  • Strong clinical skills in general dentistry procedures
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to providing high-quality patient care
  • Demonstrated professionalism and ethical conduct
  • Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
  • Commitment to continued professional development and clinical excellence

Benefits

  • Clinical Autonomy
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Comprehensive Training and Development
  • Leadership Development Opportunities
  • Mentorship and Peer Support
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Exclusive Employee Perks, Discounts, and even pet insurance!
  • A Collaborative, Supportive Team Environment
  • And so much more!

This Job Posting does not contain an exhaustive list of all roles, activities, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position.

Premier Dentist Partners is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law, and participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information, go to dhs.gov. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

DiagnosisTreatment planningRestorative dentistryPreventive dentistryRadiology interpretationPatient communicationTeam collaborationRecord keeping

General Dentistry Career Context

Of the 47 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% have no call, 85% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Dentist by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedDentist median $234k (middle half $185k–$241k)34 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingIndiana index 93.3US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentist listings in Indiana93 active5,807 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 32% no call · 85% no weekends47 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment5,807 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.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Visa sponsorship
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Loan repayment
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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 Premier Dentist Partners

Hospitals and Health Care
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter Benefits

Living in South Bend

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$212k
Typical market rent
$1,269/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.9
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.