Dentist Jobs

Dentist jobs are open across private practices, dental service organizations, community health centers, and hospital systems, from new-grad associates to practice owners and specialists in orthodontics, oral surgery, and pediatric dentistry. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles1,209+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAspen Dental
Top cityPhiladelphia, PA
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Aspen Dental
Dentist
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Aspen Dental
New 11h ago
Dentist
Aspen Dental
Orem, Utah
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Dentistry
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$200k - $300k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Aspen Dental
Dentist
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New 15h ago
Dentist
Aspen Dental
Provo, Utah
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Dentistry
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$200k - $300k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Aspen Dental
Dentist
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Aspen Dental
New 15h ago
Dentist
Aspen Dental
Saint Louis Park, Minnesota
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Dentistry
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Ascension
Dentist
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Ascension
New 15h ago
Dentist
Ascension
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Dentistry
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$103.24/hr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Aspen Dental
Dentist
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Aspen Dental
New 18h ago
Dentist
Aspen Dental
Henderson, Nevada
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Dentistry
$200k - $300k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Dentist Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Aspen Dental
    Aspen Dental528
  • 42 North Dental
    42 North Dental61
  • Dental Dreams
    Dental Dreams36
  • Western Dental Services
    Western Dental Services34
  • Coast Dental
    Coast Dental30

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services1,030
  • Education66
  • Non-Profit & Social Services49
  • Medical Devices25
  • Technology & Software18

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in dentist jobs.

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from an accredited program
  • Active state dental license in the state where the role is located
  • DEA registration for controlled substance prescribing
  • CPR and Basic Life Support certification
  • Experience with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
  • Two or more years of clinical experience in a patient-facing dental setting

Tips for Your Dentist Job Search

Tailor your CV to each setting

Private practices and dental service organizations look for very different things. Highlight production metrics and patient volume for DSOs, and emphasize relationship continuity and community ties when applying to independent or family practices.

List every active state license

Many dentist postings screen by licensure before a human ever reads your application. List each state license separately with its number and expiration date so automated filters don't discard you before the hiring manager sees your credentials.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists dentist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that name your specialty

Search for your specific credential alongside the role title. Orthodontists, endodontists, and pediatric dentists who search only 'dentist' miss postings written for their specialty, which typically come with higher base compensation and clearer scope expectations.

Prepare a patient-case narrative for interviews

Dental interviews frequently include a clinical scenario round. Walk interviewers through a challenging diagnosis or treatment plan you managed, including how you communicated the options to the patient and what you would do differently today.

Negotiate the associateship structure, not just pay

Before accepting an offer, clarify whether production-based pay uses collections or net production, who covers lab fees, and whether the role includes a path to partnership or ownership. These terms affect your long-term earnings far more than the base guarantee.

Dentist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most dentists?

The companies hiring the most dentists right now include Aspen Dental, 42 North Dental, and Dental Dreams, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Dental service organizations and community health centers consistently account for a large portion of active postings nationwide.

How many dentist jobs are remote?

About 0% of dentist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or telehealth components are dental consulting, clinical education, and virtual triage roles within larger health systems.

How do you become a dentist?

You become a dentist by completing a bachelor's degree with prerequisite science coursework, passing the Dental Admission Test, and earning either a Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from an accredited dental school. After graduation you must pass the National Board Dental Examinations and a clinical licensure exam, then apply for a license in the state where you plan to practice.

Can you get hired as a dentist with little or no experience?

Yes, new dental graduates are regularly hired into associate roles, particularly at dental service organizations and community health centers that have structured onboarding and mentorship programs. Completing an optional general practice residency or advanced education in general dentistry program strengthens your candidacy by demonstrating supervised clinical volume beyond dental school.

What does the dentist interview process look like?

Most dental interviews begin with a phone or video screening focused on your clinical background and schedule preferences, followed by an in-person visit that often includes a practice tour, a meeting with the owner or dental director, and sometimes a clinical skills assessment or case presentation. Larger dental service organizations may add a structured behavioral interview round before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to dentist jobs?

You can find and apply to dentist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from practices, dental service organizations, and health systems across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, licensure, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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