Dentist

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$152k-$175k

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Job Description

Loan Repayment Program: Hygienist in this position may be eligible to qualify for the HRSA or CHSC Loan Forgiveness Program.

Bonus: Base Pay + Opportunity for up to $10,000 annual bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).

Health, Dental and Vision benefits packet available for full-time (30 hours or more) employees

PTO accrual: 6 weeks of PTO during your first year, increasing to 7 weeks of PTO your second year and 8 weeks of PTO your third year (including the 12 paid federal holidays). Pro-rated based on FTE

Application Deadline: Accepted on an ongoing basis.

Entry I Salary: $152,095.34 annually for those with 0-12 months relevant experience.

Salary Range: Up to $174,952.10 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and position level.

Sunrise Community Health Summary

Founded in 1973, Sunrise Community Health is dedicated to delivering high quality, affordable healthcare to Weld, Larimer, and surrounding counties in northern Colorado. With exceptional providers and convenient locations, we support each patient’s journey to wellness and are committed to our community’s health and well-being.

Dentist

The Dentist examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums, treats diseases of nerve, pulp and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth, fits dental appliances and provides appropriate preventive services to dental patients.

This position is located within Sunrise Family Dental in Greeley, CO. Dentist must be comfortable working with pediatric patients once a week at Monfort Children's Clinic - Dental in Greeley, CO.

  • ## $15,000.00 Sign-On Bonus Available
  • (Bonus is Pro-Rated base on FTE)

Position Summary

With a Quality, Customer First, and Compassionate approach, The Dentist will:

  • Examine teeth, gums and related tissues using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.
  • Administer anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during procedures.
  • Develop medical treatment plans for patient’s teeth and mouth tissue.
  • Prescribe medications for antibiotics and other medications.
  • Design, make or fit prosthodontic appliances, such as space maintainers, bridges, or dentures, or write fabrication instructions or prescriptions for denturists or dental technicians.
  • Advise or instruct patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, or oral health care services.
  • Document all medications, diagnoses, treatments, and consultations.
  • Treat dental problems or diseases.
  • Analyze or evaluate dental needs to determine changes or trends in patterns of dental disease.
  • Apply fluoride or sealants to teeth.
  • Eliminate irritating margins of fillings and correct occlusions.
  • Perform surgical procedures on the teeth, bone and soft tissues of the oral cavity.
  • Plan, organize, or maintain dental health programs.
  • Bleach, clean, or polish teeth to restore natural color.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) from an Accredited Dental School with Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S), Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D).
  • License to practice dentistry, CPR Certification
  • Minimum 5 years clinical experience at a dental practice or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred

Perks and Benefits

At Sunrise, we pride ourselves in over 50 years of exceptional support to our community and employees. Sunrise is dedicated to guiding every employee towards professional growth and development by supporting them through training and tuition reimbursement. We value a healthy work life balance by providing generous paid time off. Employee opinions are valued, and we listen to employees through employee engagement surveys and the sharing of diverse ideas!

Sunrise Community Health offers a generous range of benefits.

Generous PTO and Leave Times

  • Up to 8-weeks of Paid Time Off (to include Vacation, Personal, 12 observed Holiday, and Sick Leave)

Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • FSA Medical Flexible Spending Account
  • FSA Dependent Care Spending Account
  • Employee Assistance Program

Financial Benefits

  • Competitive 401K Plan
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs*
  • Referral Bonus

Professional Development

  • Tuition and Training Reimbursement
  • Agency Wide Training
  • Master Class Subscription

Get Involved

  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Providers can apply for the State or Federal loan repayment program.

Current immunizations are required to work at Sunrise Community Health and may vary dependent upon the position. Influenza (Flu) Vaccines are required for ALL staff. COVID vaccine is highly encouraged. N95 Testing is required for Clinical positions, and facial hair must not interfere with the seal or valve function of the respirator.

Sunrise Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce that enriches our culture and our mission to provide affordable access to quality healthcare for all.

Qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

The dentist is responsible for examining, diagnosing, and treating diseases and injuries of the teeth and gums. They will also develop treatment plans, perform surgical procedures, and provide preventive dental care to patients.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D) degree from an accredited school. A minimum of 5 years of clinical experience and a valid license to practice dentistry are required.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

DiagnosisPatient careProsthodonticsOral health educationAnesthesia administrationTreatment planningPediatric dentistryClinical documentationFluoride applicationSealant application

General Dentistry Career Context

Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 34% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$164k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $159k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks19 jobs · 18 employers

401k / retirement match
84% this job
CME allowance
68%
Sign-on bonus
37% this job
Relocation assistance
26%
Loan repayment
21% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 2.6
Better work-life than 40% of General Dentistry (Dental) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 921 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Greeley

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$398k≈ 2.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,455/mo≈ 11% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.2
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Greeley, CO metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Sunrise Community Health Center

Non-profit Organizations
Evans, Colorado
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Loan Repayment Program
$15,000 Sign-On Bonus
Up to $10,000 Annual Bonus
Health Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability