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Associate Dentist

Dentex Strategies

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated, growth-minded Associate General Dentist who is eager to continue learning, developing clinically, and contributing to a highly supportive, team-oriented culture. This practice values humility, collaboration, and a strong work ethic, with a focus on providing high-quality patient care and building long-term relationships with both patients and teammates. Associates are given full autonomy to diagnose and treat in a collaborative environment that encourages mentorship, clinical growth, and ongoing professional development.

 

This opportunity is for an Associate who can work a Flexible Schedule within the office hours of M-TH-7:30am-5pm & F- 7:30am-2pm. The opportunity offers Daily Guarantee of $750-1K/daily rate or 30% of Adjusted Production.

 

Benefits

  • Health
  • Dental
  • Uniforms
  • Malpractice coverage
  • CE
  • 401k

 

Qualifications

  • DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school, & Active dental license (or ability to obtain licensure) in the practicing state.
  • Open to both experienced dentists and growth-minded associates eager to continue developing clinically and professionally.
  • Proficiency in basic restorative dentistry including crowns, fillings, crown & bridge, and comprehensive treatment planning.
  • Experience with or interest in learning implants and implant restoration strongly preferred, Endodontic experience is a plus, but not required.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build genuine, long-term patient relationships.
  • Comfortable working autonomously while also valuing mentorship, collaboration, and team support when needed.
  • Motivated, coachable, and driven to grow within a high-performing, team-oriented practice culture.

 

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive general dentistry care for patients of all ages, with a primary focus on adult restorative treatment and long-term oral health.
  • Diagnose and treat patients independently while maintaining a patient-first approach and a high standard of clinical excellence.
  • Familiar with utilization of digital dentistry tools including iTero scanner and Prime Mill systems.
  • Perform restorative procedures including crowns, bridgework, fillings, and other general dental treatments with confidence and efficiency.
  • Build lasting relationships with patients by creating trust, educating patients on treatment options, and delivering compassionate care.
  • Collaborate with a highly supportive clinical team in a collaborative environment that encourages mentorship, continuous learning, clinical growth, and ongoing professional development.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and uphold the highest standards of patient care and ethics.
  • Contribute positively to a growth-minded, high-achieving team culture that values accountability, humility, and collaboration.

Expectations

The ideal candidate is confident in foundational restorative dentistry, open to coaching and continuing education, and eager to expand their clinical skills over time. They should be comfortable working independently while also engaging with the team for support when needed, and committed to a culture that values both achievement and learning through experience.

Company Description

Dentex Strategies is a dental recruitment partner committed to more than just placements. We focus on building meaningful, long-term matches between practices and professionals. From initial search through final placement, we work closely with both clients and candidates to ensure alignment, fit, and long-term success.

Company Description

Dentex Strategies is a dental recruitment partner committed to more than just placements. We focus on building meaningful, long-term matches between practices and professionals. From initial search through final placement, we work closely with both clients and candidates to ensure alignment, fit, and long-term success.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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