Dentist
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Job Description
- Associate Dentist
- Anamosa Dental Associates | Iowa Dental Associates
- Anamosa, Iowa
At Anamosa Dental Associates, we’re looking for an Associate Dentist who wants to become part of our team and the community we serve. We want patients to feel heard, comfortable asking questions, and confident in their care—and we’re looking for a doctor who shares that approach.
This opportunity is a chance to build lasting patient relationships, contribute your ideas, and help shape the experience patients have in our office. You’ll also be connected to Iowa Dental Associates, with access to mentorship and collaboration as you develop your career.
Your Place on Our Team
We’re looking for someone who takes time to get to know patients, communicates openly with teammates, and understands that a successful practice depends on everyone working together. Your clinical interests and professional goals matter to us, and we’d love to learn what you hope to build in your next role.
As a Dentist, you will:
- Provide comprehensive dental care tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Help patients understand their treatment options and feel comfortable making decisions.
- Build relationships with patients and families through consistent, thoughtful care.
- Work closely with our team to make each visit welcoming and well coordinated.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and uphold high standards of care.
Support as You Grow
You’ll have access to experienced Iowa Dental Associates doctors and clinical leadership for mentorship, case discussions, and continued learning. Whether you’re strengthening your foundation or developing a particular clinical interest, we want to support your progress.
Let’s Connect
We’d love to hear what you’re looking for in your next dental home. Send your résumé or reach out directly to Leann May at leann@iowada.com to share your interest and learn more about Anamosa Dental Associates.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Requirements
- What We’re Looking For
- DDS or DMD degree.
- Active Iowa dental license or eligibility to obtain licensure before starting.
- A warm, approachable manner and commitment to ethical dentistry.
- Strong communication skills and respect for every member of the team.
- Interest in becoming a lasting part of our Anamosa practice.
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Dentist will provide comprehensive dental care tailored to individual patient needs while maintaining accurate clinical records. They will also collaborate with the dental team to ensure a welcoming environment and build lasting relationships with patients and their families.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 22% have no call, 90% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Dentist median $250k (middle half $200k–$313k)400 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Iowa index 87.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| General Dentistry listings in Iowa | 12 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dentist listings in Iowa | 58 active | 5,870 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 22% no call · 90% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 28% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New General Dentistry listings | 631 in the last 30 days | 404 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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