Dentist - New Grads Welcome

Gentle Dental Careers; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 150,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education support

Malpractice coverage

Health and retirement benefit options

Flexible schedule

Loan repayment support

Job summary

Gentle Dental in Salem, Oregon is seeking an Associate Dentist for new graduates to launch their careers in a supportive, team-oriented practice. You will be mentored by experienced doctors while working with a strong patient base and modern technology, including digital radiography and intraoral scanning.

The role offers clinical autonomy with guidance when needed, a collaborative culture, structured onboarding, and opportunities for professional growth and continuing education support.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
• Eligible for or holding an active Oregon dental license.
• Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive exams and diagnose treatment needs
• Provide restorative and preventive dental care
• Educate patients on oral health and treatment options
• Develop treatment plans with mentorship support
• Maintain accurate and thorough clinical documentation

Skills

Strong communication skills

Eagerness to learn

Education

DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school

Job description

Gentle Dental - Salem, Oregon

Are you a new dental graduate looking for the right place to launch your career? Gentle Dental in Salem, Oregon is excited to welcome a motivated and compassionate Associate Dentist to join our supportive, team-oriented practice. We are committed to helping new dentists build confidence, refine clinical skills, and grow professionally in a positive and collaborative environment.

Associate Dentist - New Graduate Opportunity

Are you a new dental graduate looking for the right place to launch your career? Gentle Dental in Salem, Oregon is excited to welcome a motivated and compassionate Associate Dentist to join our supportive, team-oriented practice. We are committed to helping new dentists build confidence, refine clinical skills, and grow professionally in a positive and collaborative environment.

Why This Is a Great Opportunity for a New Grad

• Mentorship from experienced doctors
• Strong patient base with consistent new patient flow
• Clinical autonomy with guidance when you need it
• Modern technology including digital radiography and intraoral scanning
• Supportive hygienists and experienced clinical team
• Structured onboarding to help you transition smoothly into practice

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive compensation (guaranteed base plus production bonuses)
• Continuing education support
• Malpractice coverage
• Health and retirement benefit options
• Flexible schedule promoting work-life balance
• A collaborative culture focused on growth and learning

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive exams and diagnose treatment needs
• Provide restorative and preventive dental care
• Educate patients on oral health and treatment options
• Develop treatment plans with mentorship support
• Maintain accurate and thorough clinical documentation

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
• Eligible for or holding an active Oregon dental license
• Strong communication skills and eagerness to learnCommitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care

Start Your Career in Salem, Oregon

Salem offers a welcoming community with access to outdoor recreation, wineries, the Oregon Coast, and Portland. It’s an ideal place to build both your career and your lifestyle.

Gentle Dental - Building confident dentists and healthy smiles.

This site qualifies for loan repayment administered by the ORH and NHSC programs.

The average full time Dentist earns $150,000 - $400,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

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