Dentist - $40,000 Signing Bonus

Gentle Dental

Salem, OR

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$175,000–$400,000 Per Year
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Career Development, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Dentistry, Entrepreneurship, Funding, Insurance, Life Insurance, Operational Support, Patient Care, Patient Education, Product/Service Launch, Quality of Care, Quality of Life, Recreation, Reimbursement, Savings Bank, Student Loans, Team Player, Technical Support, Treatment Plan, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Vision Plan
LOCATION
Salem, OR
POSTED
1 day ago
General Dentist – Salem, Oregon$40,000 Signing Bonus | Predominantly Fee-for-Service Practice | Earnings Potential $175,000–$400,000+

Gentle Dental is seeking a full-time General Dentist to join our established West Salem practice in Salem, Oregon.

This is a unique opportunity to practice in a predominantly fee-for-service environment, allowing you to focus on comprehensive, patient-centered care while enjoying greater clinical autonomy and stronger patient relationships. Our practice model emphasizes quality, long-term oral health, and treatment outcomes rather than high-volume, insurance-driven dentistry.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out
  • $40,000 Signing Bonus
  • Predominantly Fee-for-Service patient base
  • Earnings potential of $175,000–$400,000+
  • Established patient demand and strong treatment acceptance
  • Clinical autonomy with comprehensive treatment planning
  • Modern technology and experienced support staff
  • Opportunity to build long-term patient relationships and provide comprehensive care

Unlike heavily insurance-driven practices, this fee-for-service model allows dentists to spend more time educating patients, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering care focused on quality and outcomes.

Why Join Gentle Dental?

At Gentle Dental, we believe exceptional patient care begins with supporting our doctors and clinical teams. Our group practice model provides the resources, operational support, and collaborative environment needed to help dentists thrive while maintaining clinical independence.

Our culture is built around:

  • Patient-centered care
  • Clinical excellence
  • Professional autonomy
  • Accountability and teamwork
  • Continuous learning and innovation
  • Long-term career growth and development
Compensation & Benefits
  • Earnings potential of $175,000–$400,000+
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Additional Pre-Tax Savings Program designed to support savings goals and student loan repayment
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Malpractice Insurance
  • Continuing Education Support
  • Additional CE funding and partial License and DEA reimbursement after two years
Practice Location

Gentle Dental West Salem
645 Ninth Street NW, Suite 110
Salem, OR 97304

Located in the desirable West Salem community, this practice offers access to a growing patient population while providing an exceptional quality of life. Salem combines the advantages of a vibrant regional center with easy access to Oregon wine country, outdoor recreation, the Oregon Coast, and Portland.

Qualifications
  • DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
  • Active Oregon dental license (or ability to obtain prior to employment)
  • Current CPR certification
  • DEA registration and NPI number (or ability to obtain)

If you‘re looking for an opportunity to practice comprehensive dentistry in a predominantly fee-for-service environment while enjoying the support of an established organization, we‘d love to speak with you.

SkillsRequired
  • Patient Care
  • Customer Service
  • Communication skills
BehaviorsRequired
  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
MotivationsPreferred
  • Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
  • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
  • Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

About the Company

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Gentle Dental

As an industry leader, Gentle Dental & Family provides a large network of resources, including an experienced practice management staff, cutting edge technology, and outstanding benefits to help our affiliated dentists and employees grow in their careers. With 180+ affiliated dental offices serving over one million patients each year, Gentle Dental & Family provides high-quality comprehensive care including general dentistry, orthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, pedodontics, prosthodontic and oral surgery. Headquartered in Inglewood California and Vancouver Washington with practices in 8 western states under the brands Gentle Dental, Smile Keepers Dental, Affordable Dental Care, Capitol Dental and Dedicated Dental.

Gentle Dental has delivered high quality care with a personal touch for over 30 years. We have the resources you need to achieve true personal and career success. We aim to provide our network of affiliated doctors and staff with a competitive benefits package, which include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K plan, CE credits, and career opportunities to advance with the company.

We'll handle the details, you focus on your patients, let's practice together.

We build relationships for life:
Our Vision:
Lifelong relationships with teammates, patients and communities built on trust.

Our Mission:
Attract and develop the most committed and passionate dental professionals in the industry to deliver legendary patient experience and clinical excellence.

Our Brand Promise:
We make patients feel valued, respected, and as important as family. We ensure they are well informed and can trust us to maintain and improve their oral health and overall well-being.

Our Values:
Legendary Service
Integrity
Commitment
Accountability
Team
Continuous Improvement

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1978
WEBSITE
https://www.gentledental.com/