Associate Dentist
Compensation
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Job Description
General Overview
Imagine building your ideal dental career while enjoying the best of Washington's wine country and outdoor lifestyle?
At Heiden Family Dental, you'll have the opportunity to practice alongside Dr. Justin Heiden in a thriving, patient-focused practice that combines clinical excellence, advanced technology, and a supportive team culture. Whether you're an experienced dentist seeking greater autonomy or a recent graduate looking for mentorship and growth, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career in a community that truly values exceptional dental care.
Located in the heart of the Yakima Valley, Sunnyside Washington offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and quality of life.
Known for its vineyards, wineries, scenic countryside, and year-round outdoor recreation, the area is ideal for those who enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, camping, and exploring the Pacific Northwest.
The Tri-Cities are just 45 minutes away, offering additional dining, entertainment, shopping, and airport access, while premier ski resorts are within a short drive for winter enthusiasts.
Our Offerings
Pathway to Partnership: We provide the platform you need to take your career in any direction you choose, including opportunities to become a partner.
Continuous Education: Access world-class CE courses and custom learning opportunities tailored to your career goals.
Collaborative Environment: Join a community of top-tier dentists who support and inspire each other daily, fostering a collaborative and innovative atmosphere.
State-of-the-Art Technology
We utilize cutting-edge technology, including CEREC and CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography), to ensure the highest standards in patient care.
Our practice offers a wide variety of services, helping our patients achieve a lifetime of beautifully healthy smiles in a comfortable, compassionate environment.
Comprehensive Benefits
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a generous compensation package that reflects your expertise and dedication.
- Comprehensive Insurance: Malpractice insurance, medical, vision, and disability plans, plus flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- 401K and Matching: Secure your financial future with our robust 401K plan, including matching contributions.
- Wellness Programs: Access wellness initiatives designed to help you live and work at your best, every day.
- Family and Pet Benefits: We offer perks that extend beyond just you, including benefits for your family and even your pets.
- Ask about our up to $10,000 Sign On/Relocation Bonus
Responsibilities
Examine, diagnose, prescribe, and carry out (or direct others in carrying out) oral health care services that are in the best interest of the patient.
Contribute towards a team oriented and collegiate environment by working with other clinical and non-clinical staff members, as necessary.
Uphold the policy, protocol, and procedures in compliance with the most current accepted professional standards.
Improving your clinical skills and acumen through participation in continuing education and training opportunities (continuing education support is available)
Participate in various community outreach initiatives, as necessary.
Qualifications
- DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
- Current, valid state license to practice dentistry (License must be in good standing) or eligible for licensure.
- Two years of practice experience, is preferred.
- Other certifications as required by state to include - CPR, DEA, etc.
Our commitment to inclusion is woven into the core of who we are. We believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our team members, patients, partners, and the communities we serve.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, or any other class protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 46 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 37% have no call, 85% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Dentist median $193k (middle half $171k–$250k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Washington index 107.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Washington | 159 active | 5,824 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 37% no call · 85% no weekends46 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $10k sign-on | Washington healthcare professional listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment159 active listings, Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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