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Altius Dental
Hereford, Texas

General Dentist

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$240k-$300k

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Job Description

Altius Dental is a forward-thinking dental organization dedicated to empowering dental entrepreneurs by providing innovative partnership models that prioritize practice ownership and control. Our mission is to support practices in delivering exceptional patient care while maximizing their growth potential within a collaborative environment.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated General Dentist to join our dynamic dental team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in general dentistry, with expertise in various dental specialties, including pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, and prosthodontics.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care, perform diverse dental procedures, and contribute to a supportive clinical environment while maintaining flexible working hours.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive dental examinations and diagnosis using advanced medical imaging and dental terminology.* Perform a wide range of dental procedures including restorations, extractions, root canal therapy, implants, and oral surgeries with precision and adherence to aseptic techniques.* Develop individualized treatment plans based on thorough patient assessments and healthcare diagnosis.* Ensure strict compliance with HIPAA regulations and state healthcare policies to protect patient privacy and confidentiality.* Maintain accurate medical documentation and dental records in accordance with medical records standards.* Communicate effectively with patients to explain diagnoses, treatment options, and post-treatment care instructions.* Uphold infection control protocols and sterilization procedures to ensure a safe clinical environment.* Collaborate with team members utilizing four-handed dentistry techniques for efficient patient care delivery.* Stay current with advancements in general dentistry, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, and other specialties through ongoing education.

Compensation

  • Monthly guarantee; $20,000 to $25,000* Adjusted Production starting at 30%* Sign-On bonus up to $20,000* Monthly/Daily rate as well as Adjusted Production can be negotiated with our Chief Dental Officer, Dr. Gunjan Dhir or our CEO Dr. Kumar Barot. *$1,200 a year for Malpractice Reimbursement* $1,200 a year allowance for Continuing Education Courses

Qualifications

  • Valid state dental license. * Proven experience in general dentistry within a dental clinic or office setting; experience with dental office management software such as Epic, Eaglesoft, or Dentrix is highly desirable.* Strong knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy relevant to oral health.* Proficiency in performing dental extractions, implants, endodontics (including root canals), prosthodontics, and oral surgery procedures. * Familiarity with infection control standards and aseptic techniques essential for safe practice.* Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with patients of all ages, including pediatric populations.* Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and state healthcare laws governing dental practice operations.* Experience with medical imaging technology used for diagnosis and treatment planning.* Commitment to providing exceptional patient care while adhering to all healthcare regulations and ethical standards.

Join our team as a General Dentist where your expertise will directly impact patient health outcomes while enjoying the flexibility of a rewarding clinical role within a supportive organization committed to excellence in dental care!

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient communicationHIPAA complianceDental record keeping

General Dentistry Career Context

Of the 47 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 53% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$270k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $278k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Dentist by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$240k–$300kDentist median $275k (middle half $247k–$300k)255 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$278k in purchasing powerTexas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentist listings in Texas456 active5,720 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 53% no call · 66% no weekends47 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$270k midpoint, that is roughly $11k–$19k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Dentist Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs · 18 employers
8
<$265k
7
$265k-310k
4
$310k-355k
0
$355k-400k
3
$400k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

19 jobs · 18 employers
401k / retirement match
68%
CME allowance
58% this job
Sign-on bonus
42% this job
Loan repayment
11%
Relocation assistance
11%

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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.

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About Altius Dental

Hospitals and Health Care
Arlington, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Monthly Guarantee $20,000-$25,000
Adjusted Production Starting at 30%
Sign-On Bonus up to $20,000
$1,200/year Malpractice Reimbursement
$1,200/year Continuing Education Allowance
Flexible Working Hours

Living in Hereford

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$202k
Median resident rent
$953/mo
Residents’ average commute
16 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.