Dentist - Full Time

Gentle Dental

Salem, OR

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Dentistry, Employment Law, Entrepreneurship, Federal Laws and Regulations, Healthcare Customer Service, Insurance, Operational Support, Patient Care, Product/Service Launch, Team Player, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
LOCATION
Salem, OR
POSTED
3 days ago
General Dentist – Salem, Oregon $40,000 Sign-On Bonus | Predominantly Fee-for-Service Practice Gentle Dental is seeking a full-time General Dentist to join our established Skyline practice in Salem, Oregon. This is a unique opportunity to practice in a predominantly fee-for-service environment, allowing you to focus on comprehensive, relationship-based dentistry while maintaining a high level of clinical autonomy. With fewer insurance-driven limitations, you'll have the opportunity to provide the care you believe is best for your patients while building long-term trust and treatment acceptance. Why This Opportunity Stands Out ~$40,000 Sign-On Bonus ~ Predominantly Fee-for-Service patient base ~ Strong focus on comprehensive treatment planning ~ Clinical autonomy with the support of an experienced team ~ Opportunity to build meaningful, long-term patient relationships ~ Modern practice environment and technology ~ Collaborative culture committed to clinical excellence and patient care Unlike heavily insurance-driven practices, this fee-for-service model allows providers to spend more time educating patients, developing comprehensive treatment plans, and focusing on quality outcomes rather than volume. Why Join Gentle Dental? At Gentle Dental, we believe exceptional patient care begins with supporting our doctors. We provide the resources, operational support, and collaborative environment that allow clinicians to focus on what they do best—caring for patients. Our culture is built on: Patient-centered care Clinical excellence Professional autonomy Accountability and teamwork Continuous learning and innovation Long-term career growth and development Compensation & Benefits ~ Competitive compensation with significant earning potential ~ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance ~401(k) with Company Match ~ Additional Pre-Tax Savings Program designed to support personal 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 Skyline 4755 Liberty Road South Salem, OR Located in Oregon's capital city, Salem offers an exceptional quality of life with access to wine country, outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and a cost of living that compares favorably to many West Coast markets. Residents enjoy easy access to Portland, the Oregon Coast, and the Cascade Mountains while benefiting from a strong and growing local community. 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. Skills Required Patient Care Customer Service Communication skills Behaviors Required Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Motivations Preferred 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

G

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/