Associate Dentist

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Dentist — Castro Valley Advantage Dental

Castro Valley, CA | Full-time or Part-time

You want to do excellent dentistry, keep developing your skills, and work with a team that supports your growth. We’re building a practice where you can do all three.

Castro Valley Advantage Dental is a growing private practice looking for an associate dentist who is motivated, humble, and ready to contribute. We care deeply about our patients, hold ourselves to high standards, and believe a great practice develops its people.

We’re looking for someone who wants to build patient relationships, take ownership of their work, and grow with our team.

Dentistry you can grow into

Our practice provides a wide range of care, including restorative dentistry, extractions, root canals, Invisalign, implant dentistry, and full-arch treatment, including All-on-X. We are looking for a strong restorative dentist to join us full time with a desire to grow clinical scope and provide comprehensive care. 

You don’t need to perform every procedure on day one. We welcome doctors who bring strong clinical skills and doctors who are eager to expand them through mentorship, continuing education, and thoughtful case planning. Our dentists work one column and we like to focus on fewer well planned visits.

Our technology includes:

• Same-day crowns and in-office milling

• iTero and TRIOS intraoral scanners

• 3D printing

• Modern digital workflows that support efficient, high-quality care

Our patient base is fee-for-service and PPO. We do not participate in Medicaid/Medi-Cal plans.

Support that goes beyond clinical dentistry

We offer mentorship in clinical care, treatment planning, patient communication, business, and leadership.

You’ll have opportunities to discuss cases, ask questions, receive feedback, and develop your confidence. We value clear communication patients can understand and treatment recommendations built on trust.

In return, we expect you to come prepared, follow through, support the team, and stay open to learning. Everyone here is expected to do the work it takes to get better.

Compensation and benefits

Potential annual earnings: $200,000–$400,000

This range is an earning opportunity, not a guaranteed salary.

Compensation includes:

• A negotiable daily minimum based on experience

• 28%–33% of adjusted production , with the specific rate and compensation structure discussed during the interview process

Benefits for eligible employees include:

• 401(k) with employer match

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Dental care and employee discounts

• Continuing education stipend

• Performance bonus opportunities

Full-time and part-time opportunities are available. Specific working days will be discussed during the interview process.

Who will thrive here

Our core values guide how we care for patients and work together:

• Team Player: Help others succeed and contribute beyond your own schedule.

• Optimistic: Bring a constructive attitude when challenges arise.

• Proactive: Notice what needs attention and take initiative.

• Trustworthy: Act with integrity and follow through.

• Elevate: Keep improving your skills and the standard of care around you.

• Empathetic: Seek to understand patients and teammates.

• Dependable: Be prepared, consistent, and accountable.

Required qualifications:

• Active California dental license by your start date

• A commitment to ethical, high-quality, patient-centered care

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach

• Humility, ownership, and willingness to receive and apply feedback

Preferred qualifications:

• Two or more years of private practice experience, or completion of an AEGD/GPR program

• Interest in developing additional clinical skills

• A desire to grow professionally and contribute to the practice’s success

Doctors earlier in their careers who are motivated and coachable are encouraged to apply.

Let’s start a conversation

Send in your application

• Your résumé

• A brief introduction describing what you’re looking for in your next practice

We’d also enjoy hearing about a CE course you loved—or one you’re excited to take—and what interests you about it.

All inquiries will be kept confidential.

Work location: In person in Castro Valley, CA