How much does a Dentist make in South Dakota? The average Dentist salary in South Dakota is $175,461 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $157,238 and $197,541. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Dentist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dentist Salary $140,647 SD April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Dentist Salary $157,238 SD April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Dentist Salary $175,461 SD April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Dentist Salary $197,541 SD April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Dentist Salary $217,644 SD April 24, 2024
25% $157,238 10% $140,647 90% $217,644 75% $197,541 $175,461 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Dentist need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Leadership: Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.

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Futures: Futures are derivative financial contracts obligating the buyer to purchase an asset or the seller to sell an asset at a predetermined future date and set price.

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Clinical Support: Assists healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care. They work with an individual practitioner or a team, taking on tasks such as welcoming and preparing patients, explaining treatment and updating patient records

Leadership 5.1%
Futures 2.75%
Clinical Support 1.62%
Others 90.53%

Job Description for Dentist

Dentist examines and treats diseases and injuries of teeth and gums. Performs preventative and maintenance dentistry and educates the patient in proper tooth and gum care. Being a Dentist recommends braces or surgery to correct any malformations. Requires a doctorate degree in dentistry, either a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited school. Additionally, Dentist requires a state licensed to practice. Typically reports to a top management. Dentist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Job Openings for Dentist in South Dakota
  • JOB TITLE. Dentist - SD. PROVIDER TYPE. Dentist. SPECIALTY. Dentistry. JOB TYPE. Locum Tenens. STATE. SD. PRACTICE SETTING. Hospital. DURATION. 120 Days. J...
    - 2 Months Ago
  • We are searching for a knowledgeable dentist who can provide a range of services to our patients, with ownership opportunity. The dentist will meet with pa...
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  • Job Summary. This position is responsible for providing professional dental care to Oyáte Health Center (OHC) patients by diagnosing and treating diseases,...
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  • Faith Dental Clinic in Faith, SD is seeking a full-time Dentist. The Dentist is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the patient's oral health care,...
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  • Pediatric Dentist. Are you seeking a career opportunity with a state-of-the-art facility. Black Hills Pediatric Dentistry was established over 38 years ago...
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Deadwood, SD Avg. Salary $170,777 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Pierre, SD Avg. Salary $164,336 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Watertown, SD Avg. Salary $174,290 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Aberdeen, SD Avg. Salary $161,408 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Agar, SD Avg. Salary $161,408 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Akaska, SD Avg. Salary $161,408 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alcester, SD Avg. Salary $173,119 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alexandria, SD Avg. Salary $174,290 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Allen, SD Avg. Salary $170,777 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alpena, SD Avg. Salary $167,849 Date Updated April 24, 2024
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