Associate Dentist – Full-Time | Leadership Track & Career Growth
Listed compensation
$185k-$215k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
The Staff Pad has partnered with a well-established, patient-centered dental practice in southeastern Minnesota to identify a qualified Associate Dentist for a high-opportunity role with strong earning potential and long-term leadership potential.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dentist seeking immediate production, a collaborative clinical environment, and a clear path for professional growth within a thriving, community-focused practice.
Schedule: Full-Time
Why This Opportunity?
- Join an established general dentistry practice with a strong reputation for quality patient care
- Work alongside a tenured clinical team with dedicated hygienists and dental assistants
- Step into a loyal, growing patient base with strong demand for care
- Potential for long-term clinical growth and leadership, with mentorship available for newer dentists
- Practice in a scenic Mississippi River town with convenient access to the Twin Cities and Rochester
- What You’ll Do
- Provide comprehensive general dentistry services
- Build lasting relationships with patients and the local community
- Collaborate with the clinical support team to deliver high-quality care
- Contribute to the continued success of the practice
- What We’re Looking For
The practice welcomes both new graduates and experienced dentists who are seeking a supportive environment and opportunities for long-term career development.
Qualifications
- DDS or DMD degree
- Eligibility for Minnesota dental licensure
- Additional Attributes
- Patient-focused and collaborative approach to care
- Interest in long-term clinical development and leadership
What You Can Expect
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation: Approximately 35% of collections
- Guaranteed daily rate available based on experience
- Strong earning potential
Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) and retirement options
- Paid time off and holidays
- FSA/HSA options
Disability Coverage and Additional Voluntary Benefits
If you’re ready to join a collaborative dental team and make a meaningful impact in a community-focused practice, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to explore this opportunity and take the next step in your dental career.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive general dentistry services to a loyal and growing patient base. Collaborate with a tenured clinical support team to deliver high-quality patient care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 40 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 38% have no call, 85% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$200k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $203k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $185k–$215k | Dentist median $250k (middle half $200k–$300k)371 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$203k in purchasing power | Minnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Minnesota | 128 active | 5,805 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 38% no call · 85% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Minnesota healthcare professional listings: 34% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 13% offer loan repayment128 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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