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Accelerate Dental
Pocatello, Idaho

Associate Dentist – Mentorship & Career Growth

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$120k-$300k

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Job Description

Location: Pocatello, Idaho

Are you a new graduate looking for a supportive place to start your dental career, or an experienced dentist ready for your next opportunity? We have a great opportunity to join an established, growing dental practice in Pocatello, Idaho.

This is an opportunity to become part of a collaborative team that values quality patient care, strong relationships, and continued professional development. You'll have the opportunity to practice with clinical autonomy, build lasting relationships with patients, and continue growing your skills in a supportive environment.

Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, we're looking for a dentist who wants to make a difference in patients' lives while building a rewarding, long-term career.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

  • Established Patient Base: Build relationships with a loyal patient following in an established practice.
  • Supportive Team: Work alongside experienced clinical and administrative team members who value collaboration.
  • Clinical Autonomy: Use your professional judgment to provide personalized, high-quality dental care.
  • Mentorship & Development: Continue building your clinical skills with opportunities for mentorship and ongoing learning.
  • Comprehensive Dentistry: Provide a wide range of general dental services while expanding your experience.
  • Positive Practice Culture: Join a team that prioritizes patient comfort, communication, and a welcoming environment.
  • Career Growth: Develop your skills, increase your confidence, and build a long-term future in dentistry.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a team-oriented environment that values both professional success and personal well-being.

What You'll Do

As an Associate Dentist, you'll provide comprehensive dental care while helping patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident in their treatment decisions.

Responsibilities Include

  • Providing comprehensive general and family dentistry.
  • Diagnosing dental conditions and developing individualized treatment plans.
  • Performing restorative, preventive, and other general dental procedures appropriate to your training and experience.
  • Educating patients about their oral health and explaining treatment options.
  • Building trust and lasting relationships with patients and families.
  • Collaborating with the dental team to deliver an excellent patient experience.
  • Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and patient records.
  • Continuing to develop your clinical skills through mentorship and continuing education.
  • Contributing to a positive, collaborative practice culture.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a dentist who is patient-focused, communicates well, and enjoys working as part of a team.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

  • A DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
  • An active Idaho dental license or the ability to obtain one.
  • A commitment to high-quality, ethical patient care.
  • Strong communication and patient education skills.
  • A personable, compassionate approach to dentistry.
  • A collaborative attitude and willingness to support the team.
  • A desire to continue learning and growing professionally.

New graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply! You don't need years of experience to be considered. We're happy to connect with motivated dentists who want to build confidence, develop their clinical skills, and learn alongside an experienced team. Experienced dentists looking for a supportive environment and an opportunity to continue growing are equally encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Compensation of 30% of adjusted production or a daily guarantee, whichever is higher.
  • Monthly health benefit allowance.
  • Annual continuing education allowance.
  • Malpractice coverage.
  • Support with licensing and professional fees.
  • Access to mentorship and ongoing clinical development.
  • Potential opportunity for an equity buy-in and practice ownership.
  • Long-term career growth within a supportive, doctor-led practice environment.
  • Live & Work in Pocatello, Idaho

Pocatello offers a welcoming community, an affordable alternative to many larger cities, and convenient access to outdoor recreation throughout southeastern Idaho. Enjoy hiking, biking, skiing, and exploring the surrounding mountains while building your dental career in a community where patient relationships matter.

Ready for Your Next Opportunity?

If you're looking for a practice where you can grow professionally, strengthen your clinical skills, and make a meaningful difference in patients' lives, we'd love to connect.

Whether you're a new graduate looking for mentorship or an experienced dentist ready for a fresh start, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Apply today to learn more about this Associate Dentist opportunity in Pocatello, Idaho!

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Dentist will provide comprehensive general and family dental care, including diagnosing conditions and developing individualized treatment plans. They are also responsible for educating patients on oral health and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school and possess or be able to obtain an active Idaho dental license. A commitment to high-quality, ethical patient care and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

General dentistryRestorative proceduresPreventive dentistryTreatment planningCompassionDiagnosis

General Dentistry Career Context

Of the 47 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 45% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Idaho is 95.5 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$210k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $220k in an average-cost state. 58.2% of Idaho clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks20 jobs · 18 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Dentist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Pocatello

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$319k≈ 2.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,074/mo≈ 11% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
16 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
88.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Pocatello, ID metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Accelerate Dental

Dentists
Salt Lake City, Utah
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Monthly health benefit allowance
Annual continuing education allowance
Malpractice coverage
Licensing and professional fees support
Mentorship and clinical development
Partnership/equity buy-in potential