Dentist
Listed compensation
$205k-$400k
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
Full-time General Dentist Opportunity in Tempe, AZ. $10,000 sign on bonus
At Gentle Dental, part of the InterDent family of dental providers, we believe that a healthy smile is the foundation of a healthy life—and so is a supportive, mission-driven team. With over 170 practices across the West Coast and beyond, we’re more than just a dental network—we’re a community rooted in quality care, clinical autonomy, and team empowerment.
Whether you’re a dental professional, practice leader, or support team member, you’ll find a culture that values your growth, respects your expertise, and champions work-life balance. At Gentle Dental, we don’t just care for patients—we care for each other.
Why Join Our Growing Team?
- Competitive Compensation with annual income between $205,000 and $400,000. NO production targets
- Flexible work schedules that include both full and part time opportunities supporting your individual needs
- Mentorship and development including generous in house CE and outside CE credits, as well as local clinical mentorship
- 401(k) with company match and deferred compensation programs designed to maximize savings and take home income
- The latest in dental technology including 3D iTero scanners and lasers (with in house certification programs)
- Full practice management support with marketing, patient flow, and administrative support to allow Doctors to focus on patients and provide work-life balance
- Company provided insurance including malpractice, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term and long term disability
- Competent and supportive team of dental professionals, (including dental hygienists, dental assistants, treatment coordinators, practice managers, and in house dental specialists) there to support and drive quality patient care
Position Details
- Full team of in house Board eligible, or Certified, specialists to support your specialty needs
- Predominantly PPO practice
- Comprehensive dental office
- Compensation
- Percentage of production
Schedule
- Monday- Friday
Locations
- 3136 S. McClintock Dr. Unit #1, Tempe 85282
Benefits Include
- Healthcare package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Short and long term disability
- 401K and additional Pre-tax saving plan
- Life insurance
- CE credits
- Malpractice
- For candidates who are considering relocating into the area, relocation assistance and state license reimbursement is available.
Position Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience preferred
- Accredited Dental School Graduate
- Current applicable State Dental License (or the ability to acquire one by time of employment)
- Other licenses/certifications such as CPR, DEA, NPI
We focus on a commitment to patient care, operational and clinical excellence, personal accountability, building relationships, and seeking out innovative and creative approaches to support our patients and teams.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive dental care to patients in a supportive, mission-driven environment. Collaborate with a team of specialists and support staff to ensure high-quality clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited dental school and hold a current state dental license. A minimum of 5 years of experience is preferred, along with relevant certifications like CPR, DEA, and NPI.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 40 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% have no call, 83% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$303k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $300k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$300k in purchasing power | Arizona index 100.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Arizona | 190 active | 5,725 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 38% no call · 83% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Arizona healthcare professional listings: 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 6% offer loan repayment190 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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