Many solo dental practices are finding it increasingly difficult to survive under rising consolidation, including by large and up-and-coming DSOs who are able to offer employees more in benefits and compensation.
Here are the benefits being offered to employees by three DSOs with less than 20 locations:
Espire Dental (Denver)
Subsidized medical benefits
Discounts on health and fitness services
401K retirement savings plan with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Career advancement opportunities
Personal and professional development opportunities
Beacon Dental Health (Boston)
Healthcare, vision and dental benefits
Employer-sponsored 401K plus matching options
Paid time off for holidays and vacations
Continuing education opportunities
Local community engagement opportunities
Bluetree Dental (Reno, Nev.)
Competitive benefits
Health benefits
Six paid holidays
Paid time off
Continuing education
401K participation after six months and 100 percent vested
401K with match up to 4 percent
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee assistance plan
To see what the top three largest DSOs offer, click here.