Dentist Jobs in Wisconsin

Dentist jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where established systems like Aspen Dental, Delta Dental of Wisconsin, and Marshfield Clinic Health System maintain a sustained demand for general dentists, oral surgeons, and pediatric dentists. Openings appear at every level, from new-graduate associates entering group practices to experienced clinicians taking on clinic director roles. General dentistry, orthodontics, and oral and maxillofacial surgery are consistently the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles92
Top employerHeartland Dental
Top cityMadison, WI
Cities hiring52
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Ascendent Health Partners
General Dentist - Green Bay
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Ascendent Health Partners
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General Dentist - Green Bay
Ascendent Health Partners
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
$120k - $150k/yr
51-200

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Ascendent Health Partners
General Dentist - Madison, WI
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Ascendent Health Partners
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General Dentist - Madison, WI
Ascendent Health Partners
Madison, Wisconsin
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
$120k - $150k/yr
51-200

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River Birch Dental
Associate Dentist
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River Birch Dental
New 14h ago
Associate Dentist
River Birch Dental
Centuria, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$120k - $350k/yr
On-Site
Doctoral degree
11-50

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Heartland Dental
General Dentist - Verona, WI
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General Dentist - Verona, WI
Heartland Dental
Verona, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Heartland Dental
General Dentist - Waunakee, WI
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General Dentist - Waunakee, WI
Heartland Dental
Waunakee, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Dentist Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Madison
8 jobs
Appleton
5 jobs
Green Bay
5 jobs
Milwaukee
5 jobs
Kenosha
3 jobs
Oshkosh
3 jobs
Manitowoc
3 jobs
Eau Claire
3 jobs
Wausau
2 jobs

Dentist Job Market in Wisconsin

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

Who's Hiring

  • Heartland Dental
    Heartland Dental18
  • Smile Brands
    Smile Brands13
  • Aspen Dental
    Aspen Dental7
  • DESORT STAFFING
    DESORT STAFFING5
  • First Impressions Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
    First Impressions Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in dentist jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Active Wisconsin dental license issued by the Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from an accredited program
  • Current DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances in Wisconsin
  • CPR and basic life support certification maintained at the provider level
  • Experience with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
  • Strong patient communication skills and ability to work across diverse Wisconsin communities

Dentist Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a dentist in Wisconsin?

To become a dentist in Wisconsin, you must earn a dental degree from an accredited dental school and then obtain a license through the Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board. Licensure requires passing the National Board Dental Examinations and a regional clinical examination such as the CRDTS or ADEX. After completing those steps, you apply directly to the Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board, which issues the active license required to practice in the state.

How much do dentists make in Wisconsin?

Dentists in Wisconsin earn a median of about $193,690 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $121,780 for the lowest 10% to over $306,370 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire dentists in Wisconsin?

Companies currently hiring dentists in Wisconsin include Heartland Dental, Smile Brands, and Aspen Dental, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's mix of large group practice chains, regional health systems, and Federally Qualified Health Centers means openings appear across both urban dental offices and rural community health sites.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most dentist jobs?

Madison, Appleton, and Green Bay have the most dentist openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee drives the largest share of postings as the state's most populous metro, anchored by major health systems and large group practices, while Madison's university and state government workforce sustains steady demand, and Green Bay's regional growth has drawn expanding multi-site dental organizations to the Fox Valley area.

Are there remote dentist jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, but they're rare. Dentistry is a hands-on clinical profession, so the overwhelming majority of roles require in-person patient care. About 0% of dentist openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in dental consulting, utilization review for insurance carriers, or tele-dentistry triage roles rather than direct clinical practice.

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

The most realistic entry path is an associate dentist position at a group practice or community health center, where new graduates work alongside experienced dentists and build clinical hours. Marshfield Clinic Health System and Federally Qualified Health Centers across Wisconsin regularly accept new-graduate applicants for associate roles. Completing a General Practice Residency, which many Wisconsin hospitals offer, strengthens a candidate's profile considerably. Holding a current Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board license and a clean CRDTS or ADEX clinical score is the credential that opens those doors.

Where can I find and apply to dentist jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to dentist jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings across group practices, health systems, and community health centers. Find the roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly from each listing.

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