ASSOCIATE DENTIST

South Dakota | Top-Ranked Community

Position Highlights

• Established Practice: Join a family-owned general dentistry practice since 1977, with a strong, established patient base of approximately 5,000 active patients.
• Modern Technology: Fully equipped with digital radiography including CBCT, two CEREC same-day crown units, and dedicated endodontic and implant equipment.
• Full, Steady Schedule: Practice open Monday through Friday, with the associate seeing patients Tuesday through Friday and strong day-one patient volume
• Growing Practice: Recently expanded through the acquisition of a nearby practice, reinforcing its role as a leading dental provider

Compensation & Benefits

• Production Model: Tiered percentage of monthly collections: 32% on the first $60,000, 33% on $60,000 to $70,000, 34% on $70,000 to $80,000, and 35% above $80,000.
• Retirement: 3% non-elective 401(k) contribution, plus profit share.
• Malpractice Insurance: Provided through the practice's liability policy.
• Additional Perks: Free dental care for immediate family, short and long-term disability through AFLAC, and up to $5,000 annually for continuing education, uniforms, and scrubs.

Qualifications

• Education: DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
• Licensure: Eligible for dental licensure in the state of South Dakota.
• Experience: Experienced general dentist strongly preferred, with comfort in bread-and-butter dentistry including fillings, crowns, and removable prosthodontics. New graduates will be considered.

Community Highlights

• Top-Ranked Community: Named South Dakota's 2026 Community of the Year for its strong partnerships, steady growth, and quality of life.
• Nationally Recognized: Ranked #1 Best Small-Town Arts Scene in the nation by USA Today
• College-Town Energy: Home to the University of South Dakota, bringing a youthful, vibrant feel along with an excellent school system.
• Recreation & Culture: Bike paths, city parks, an 18-hole golf course, and year-round arts, festivals, and community events.

Job Reference: DENT 27397