Dentist Jobs in South Carolina

Dentist jobs in South Carolina draw consistent demand across private practices, community health centers, and military-affiliated facilities, with openings at every level from new associates to seasoned practice owners. Columbia, Greenville, and Charleston are the primary hiring hubs, home to established employers such as Prisma Health, MUSC Health, and Aspen Dental. General dentistry drives the largest share of openings, while pediatric dentistry and oral surgery are among the fastest-growing specialties in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles77
Top employerHeartland Dental
Top cityColumbia, SC
Cities hiring29
Work type100% On-site
Top industryStaffing

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Dental Dreams
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Dental Dreams
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Dentist
Dental Dreams
Greenville, South Carolina
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Dentistry
$250k - $350k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
501-1,000

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Imagen Dental Partners
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Imagen Dental Partners
Orangeburg, South Carolina
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
CPR Certification

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Imagen Dental Partners
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Imagen Dental Partners
Summerville, South Carolina
Business Operations
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Compliance & Risk
CPR Certification

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Dental Dreams
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Dental Dreams
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Dental Dreams
Rock Hill, South Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$250k - $350k/yr
501-1,000

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Dental Dreams
Columbia, South Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$250k - $350k/yr
Doctoral degree
501-1,000

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Dentist Jobs by City in South Carolina

Where South Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbia
10 jobs
Greenville
10 jobs
Spartanburg
8 jobs
Charleston
7 jobs
Myrtle Beach
5 jobs
Clover
3 jobs
Anderson
3 jobs
Beaufort
3 jobs
Rock Hill
3 jobs

Dentist Job Market in South Carolina

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

Who's Hiring

  • Heartland Dental
    Heartland Dental13
  • Benevis
    Benevis5
  • Aspen Dental
    Aspen Dental5
  • V
    VSM Management5
  • DESORT STAFFING
    DESORT STAFFING4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What South Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in dentist jobs across South Carolina.

  • Active dental license issued or recognized by the South Carolina Board of Dentistry
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from an accredited program
  • Completion of national board dental examinations Part I and Part II
  • Current DEA registration and South Carolina controlled substance authorization
  • Experience with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification maintained throughout employment

Dentist Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a dentist in South Carolina?

You must obtain a license from the South Carolina Board of Dentistry, which requires graduating from a dental school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and passing the National Board Dental Examinations. You also need to pass a clinical board examination accepted by the state. Once licensed, dentists who hold an active license in another state may apply for licensure by credentials, a common path for out-of-state applicants relocating to South Carolina.

How much do dentists make in South Carolina?

Dentists in South Carolina earn a median of about $158,640 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $96,920 for the lowest 10% to over $310,840 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire dentists in South Carolina?

Employers hiring dentists in South Carolina right now include Heartland Dental, Benevis, and Aspen Dental, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. South Carolina's mix of large academic health systems, federally qualified health centers, and regional dental service organizations means openings are spread across both urban markets and underserved rural communities.

Which South Carolina cities have the most dentist jobs?

Columbia, Greenville, and Spartanburg have the most dentist openings in South Carolina. Columbia leads as the state capital and home to Prisma Health and several federally qualified health centers, while Charleston benefits from MUSC Health and a growing coastal population, and Greenville reflects the region's rapid commercial and healthcare expansion anchored by Prisma Health Upstate.

Are there remote dentist jobs in South Carolina?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of dentist openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of clinical dental work. The roles most likely to carry a remote component are dental consulting positions, teledentistry triage roles, and administrative or clinical director positions that combine on-site duties with off-site oversight.

How can I get hired as a dentist in South Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an associate dentist position at a group practice or dental service organization, where new graduates work alongside experienced dentists before managing a full patient load independently. Prisma Health and MUSC Health both offer general dentistry residency programs in South Carolina that provide structured clinical training. Community health centers across the state also recruit new graduates, often with loan repayment incentives for underserved areas, and holding a current South Carolina dental license before you apply puts your application ahead of candidates who are still waiting on exam results.

Where can I find and apply to dentist jobs in South Carolina?

You can find and apply to dentist jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find the roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly.

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