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General Dentist | $180K Base + Production | Midwest

The Medicus Firm

Last Updated: 9/11/26

Job Description

General Dentist

Private Practice | Des Moines, Iowa

Join a well-established, privately owned dental practice with a nearly 70-year legacy of serving generations of families. This respected practice provides comprehensive, health-centered dentistry in a modern 10-operatory facility and is seeking a dentist interested in a long-term career and potential ownership.


Position Highlights

  • Monday–Thursday schedule with flexibility
  • Loyal patient base, strong hygiene program and experienced support team
  • Work directly with an experienced dentist who holds Master-level recognition from the Academy of General Dentistry and is passionate about teaching
  • Advanced restorative dentistry, implants, removable prosthetics, airway health and broad general dentistry
  • CBCT, lateral ceph imaging, digital radiography and photography, two wireless Trios 5 scanners, SprintRay Pro 3D printing and lasers
  • Opportunity to develop pediatric, growth-and-development, orthodontic and airway-health skills with substantial CE support
  • Clear potential pathway toward partnership and practice ownership for the right long-term candidate

Compensation & Benefits

  • $180,000 Base Guarantee + 33% of Adjusted Gross Production
  • Top-Tier Retirement Plan after one year, with significant employer contributions and 100% vesting.
  • Excellent Continuing Education Support
  • $325/Month Health Insurance Stipend
  • Lab Fees Covered
  • Vacation and personal time available
  • Relocation and malpractice assistance: Negotiable

Qualifications

  • DDS/DMD from an accredited dental school
  • Iowa Dental License or eligibility to obtain one
  • Experience preferred; ideal candidates are generally mid-career dentists
  • Comfortable with bread-and-butter general dentistry
  • Interest in treating children and developing skills in growth, development, and airway-focused care
  • Coachable, collaborative, and committed to comprehensive, patient-centered dentistry
  • Interested in establishing long-term roots in the area and pursuing future ownership

About the Community

  • Welcoming Iowa community of approximately 16,000 residents with excellent schools, parks, YMCA facilities, theater, and a strong family-oriented atmosphere.
  • Located along I-80, the community offers convenient access to the Des Moines metro while maintaining a relaxed lifestyle, affordable living, and a close-knit community feel.
  • This is more than an associate opportunity—it is an opportunity to learn, grow, build relationships, and potentially become the next owner of an established independent practice.

Job Reference #: DENT 27078



Company Details

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The Medicus Firm has been named to ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Client Satisfaction List seven times in the last nine years, and for four years running. The Medicus Firm recognizes the importance of our partnership with each client. It's transparent and consultative approach allows the company to put each of its clients in a position to be successful. Partnership with M3 gives The Medicus Fir…