Dentist
Compensation
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Job Description
- Associate Dentist
- Sanborn | Iowa Dental Associates
- Sanborn, Iowa
We’re looking for an Associate Dentist who would enjoy making Sanborn their professional home—someone who values familiar faces, personal connections, and the opportunity to make a difference through everyday patient care.
In our Sanborn office, we want to build relationships that last. We’re seeking a doctor who enjoys getting to know the person behind the appointment, takes pride in helping patients feel at ease, and wants to become a trusted part of the community.
Your Place in Our Office
Your role extends beyond the treatment you provide. You’ll help set the tone for our patients and team through your kindness, communication, and willingness to work together. We welcome your ideas and want to understand the kind of practice experience you hope to create.
As a Dentist, you will:
- Provide comprehensive care that supports patients’ long-term oral health.
- Take time to listen, explain treatment options, and answer questions.
- Build trust with patients who may feel anxious or uncertain about dental care.
- Partner with our team to create a comfortable, welcoming office experience.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and uphold high standards of care.
A Local Connection with Support Across IDA
You’ll have the opportunity to build your career in Sanborn while connecting with experienced doctors throughout Iowa Dental Associates. Mentorship, clinical collaboration, and ongoing learning can help you grow your skills while contributing to the care available in the community.
Let’s Connect
We’d love to get to know you and hear about your career goals. Send your résumé or reach out directly to Leann May at leann@iowada.com to share your interest and learn more about joining our Sanborn team.
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 friendly, compassionate approach to patient care.
- A collaborative attitude and appreciation for the entire dental team.
- Interest in building lasting connections with patients and the Sanborn community.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive dental care while building lasting relationships with patients in the Sanborn community. Collaborate with the dental team to maintain accurate clinical records and ensure a comfortable patient experience.
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–$300k)388 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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