Associate Dentist

Confidential • Full-time • Jacksonville, Florida, United States • $150k - $350k / year • 2w ago

Associate Dentist – General Dentistry

Private Dental Practice | Jacksonville, FL

Join a practice where you can grow, be supported, and love coming to work!

A growing private dental practice in Jacksonville, Florida is looking for a motivated, patient-centered Associate Dentist to join our team.

This is not just another associate position. We are building a practice where dentists can do great dentistry, work with an amazing team, continue growing clinically, and enjoy being part of a positive, high-energy culture.

Our team is warm, fun, supportive, and serious about delivering excellent patient care. We believe work should be meaningful, organized, and enjoyable. We are looking for an associate who wants to be part of that kind of environment — someone who is excited to grow, contribute, and build a great career inside a strong private practice.

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

In this role, you will have the opportunity to step into a busy, established practice with strong patient flow, a supportive clinical team, and exposure to a wide range of dentistry.

This role is ideal for a dentist who wants to:

Work in a positive, team-first culture
Build confidence and speed in general dentistry
Serve a high volume of new patients
Grow clinically over time
Be surrounded by doctors and team members who care about doing dentistry the right way
Have exposure to advanced procedures, including implants, cosmetic dentistry, sedation, surgery, and full-arch cases
Be part of a practice that values systems, communication, accountability, and fun

We are looking for someone who wants more than a job. We want someone who is excited about finding a practice where they can grow, belong, and make a real impact.

About the Practice

We are a busy, relationship-focused general dentistry practice in Jacksonville, Florida. We provide a wide range of care, including preventive dentistry, restorative dentistry, crowns and bridges, extractions, removable dentistry, emergency dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, implants, sedation dentistry, and full-arch treatment.

Our practice combines the feel of traditional dentistry, where patients are known, welcomed, and treated like family, with modern technology, strong systems, and comprehensive clinical care.

Patients trust us because we communicate clearly, treatment plan ethically, and care for them with compassion and excellence.

What This Role Will Focus On

The Associate Dentist will primarily support:

Restorative dentistry
Crowns and bridges
Emergency dental visits
New patient exams
Hygiene exams
Comprehensive exams
Simple extractions
Removable dentistry
Treatment planning
Patient education
Supporting strong clinical flow throughout the day

This position is a great fit for a dentist who enjoys general dentistry and wants to become excellent at the fundamentals while continuing to expand their clinical skills over time.

Clinical Growth Opportunity

While the associate should be ready to perform general dentistry from day one, there will be opportunity to grow into additional areas of dentistry based on interest, ability, and practice needs.

Potential growth areas include:

Endodontics
Implants
Cosmetic dentistry
Surgical procedures
Sedation dentistry
Full-mouth rehabilitation
Full-arch and advanced implant cases
More complex restorative treatment

The associate will have exposure to advanced cases and doctors who perform a broad range of procedures. This is not a formal 1:1 mentorship program, but it is a strong learning environment for a motivated dentist who learns well through collaboration, observation, clinical exposure, and real-world experience.

The Right Fit

The right associate for this role is:

Warm, relational, and easy for patients to trust
Excited to work in a positive team culture
Confident, but still coachable
Hungry to grow clinically
Comfortable working independently
Systems-oriented and willing to follow practice processes
Strong in communication and patient education
Humble, accountable, and team-focused
Interested in building a long-term career, not just filling a schedule

We want someone who treats patients like family, respects the team, and brings positive energy into the practice every day.

Clinical Expectations

The ideal candidate should be comfortable with:

New patient exams
Comprehensive exams
Hygiene exams
Direct restorative dentistry
Crowns
Emergency exams and treatment
Simple extractions
Removable dentistry
Clear documentation
Ethical and comprehensive treatment planning

Experience with endodontics, implants, cosmetic dentistry, sedation, or surgery is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treatment plan comprehensively and ethically
Provide excellent general dental care
Complete new patient and hygiene exams efficiently and thoroughly
Communicate clearly with patients about treatment needs
Build trust through strong chairside communication
Support the hygiene team and reinforce the standard of care
Work collaboratively with assistants, hygienists, front office, and leadership
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in practice growth and team development
Uphold the culture, values, and systems of the practice

Qualifications

DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
Active Florida dental license, or ability to obtain one
Strong clinical judgment
Excellent communication skills
Positive attitude and team-first mindset
General dentistry experience preferred, but growth-minded newer doctors may be considered
Comfortable working in a busy private practice environment
Commitment to patient-centered care

Compensation

Compensation structure will include:

Percentage of adjusted production
Initial daily guarantee during the ramp-up period
Growth and partnership opportunities

Final compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

Schedule

Four to five days per week, including a minimum of two Fridays per month.

Exact days and hours will be discussed during the interview process.

Why Join Us?

This is an amazing place to work because we care deeply about both our patients and our team.

We are building a culture where people feel supported, challenged, encouraged, and proud of the work they do. We value growth, accountability, clear communication, strong systems, and having fun while doing meaningful work.

If you are a dentist who wants to grow, be part of a great team, and build a long-term future in a thriving private practice, we would love to meet you.

Apply Today

If you are a motivated Associate Dentist who loves patient care, values great culture, and wants to grow clinically and professionally, we encourage you to apply today.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $150,000.00 - $350,000.00 per year

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