Traveling General Dentist - Dallas
Listed compensation
$180k-$500k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
TRAVELING GENERAL DENTIST – JOIN A HIGH-GROWTH, PATIENT-FIRST TEAM! | JEFFERSON DENTAL & ORTHODONTICS
Location: Dallas, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time
Opportunity Highlights
Alternating 5-Day Schedule
- Week A: Monday–Friday
- Week B: Tuesday–Saturday
- Alternating weekly schedule provides consistent time off while offering Saturday coverage every other week.
- Travel between Jefferson Dental locations throughout the Dallas area based on practice needs and patient demand.
Competitive Compensation Structure
- Daily guarantee + tiered production
- Sign-on bonus opportunities
- Strong earning potential with a steady stream of patients
- No need to build your own patient base
- Opportunity to maximize production across multiple high-volume locations
Strong Patient Flow
- Work across busy, established Jefferson Dental locations in the Fort Worth area
- Robust patient volume and full schedules
- Patients are continuously generated through Jefferson Dental’s established brand and marketing
- Spend your time treating patients—not worrying about filling your schedule
Why Join Jefferson Dental?
At Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics, we’re not just another dental group—we’re a mission-driven organization committed to delivering quality, affordable care to the communities that need it most.
As a Traveling General Dentist, you’ll have the opportunity to work across multiple established Fort Worth-area practices, giving you variety in your day-to-day schedule while providing care to patients who need it most.
With strong patient flow, modern clinics, and dedicated clinical and operational support, you can focus on what matters most: providing exceptional patient care while maximizing your earning potential.
What You’LL Get
- Highly competitive compensation — daily guarantee + tiered production
- Sign-on bonus opportunities
- Robust patient volume across multiple locations
- Consistent schedules with established patient demand
- Clinical autonomy with strong operational support
- Modern, fully equipped offices with digital X-rays and advanced technology
- Paid CE + mentorship programs to grow your career
- Full benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO
Your Role
- Provide comprehensive dental care including exams, diagnosis, and treatment planning
- Perform general dentistry procedures including restorative dentistry, extractions, and preventive care
- Educate patients on oral health and treatment options
- Travel between designated Jefferson Dental locations throughout the Fort Worth area
- Collaborate with hygienists, assistants, and specialists to ensure top-tier patient care
- Maintain accurate patient records and uphold clinical standards
What We’RE Looking For
- DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
- Active Texas dental license (or ability to obtain)
- Strong clinical skills and patient-first mindset
- Excellent communication and bedside manner
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-location environment
- Willingness to travel between Fort Worth-area practices
- Desire to work as part of a team-oriented, growth-focused organization
What Makes This Different?
- You’ll never worry about filling your chair—we bring the patients to you
- Variety without sacrificing patient flow—work across established Fort Worth-area practices
- Opportunity to maximize production and earning potential
- Consistent alternating schedule with every-other-Saturday coverage
- Strong clinical and operational support at every location
- Be part of a company focused on access to care and community impact
- Clear growth path into leadership, mentorship, or specialty roles
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re a motivated General Dentist looking for high income potential, consistent patient flow, variety, career growth, and meaningful work, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and start making a real difference—one smile at a time.
Learn More About Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics
jeffersondentalclinics.com
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive general dentistry, including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative procedures, extractions, and preventive care, while educating patients about oral health and treatment options. Travel among designated Dallas/Fort Worth-area practices, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain accurate records and clinical standards.
Requirements
Applicants must have a DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school and an active Texas dental license or the ability to obtain one. The role calls for strong clinical skills, a patient-first approach, excellent communication, comfort in a fast-paced multi-location environment, and willingness to travel between practices.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Healthcare Professional Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$340k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $350k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 57% have no call, 53% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $180k–$500k | Dentist median $263k (middle half $215k–$375k)34 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$350k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Texas | 467 active | 5,721 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 57% no call · 53% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$340k midpoint, that is roughly $14k–$24k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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