Associate General Dentist (DDS/DMS)

Part-Time Associate Dentist (DDS/DMD) | $850 Daily Guarantee + Production

Smiles By Design Dentistry | Salisbury, North Carolina

Compensation: $850 guaranteed daily rate or 30% of adjusted doctor production, whichever is greater.

Job Type: Part-time, with potential for additional days and full-time growth.

Schedule: Initially 1–2 days per week, with additional opportunities for scheduled vacation coverage.

Join an Established, Highly Rated Private Dental Practice

Are you looking for a dental practice that values patient relationships, clinical independence, and a supportive team environment?

Smiles By Design Dentistry is an established, Black-owned private dental practice in Salisbury, North Carolina, led by an owner dentist with more than 30 years of professional experience.

With more than 500 five-star Google reviews, over 70 new patients monthly, and five fully equipped operatories, our practice offers an excellent opportunity to join a respected dental team with a strong patient base and continued growth potential.

We are seeking a personable, skilled, and dependable Associate General Dentist to join our practice initially 1–2 days per week, with opportunities for additional clinical days and potential full-time employment.

This opportunity is well suited for an experienced dentist seeking greater flexibility, a dentist transitioning from corporate dentistry, or a recent graduate interested in mentorship and professional growth.

Compensation and Benefits

• $850 guaranteed daily rate or 30% of adjusted doctor production, whichever is greater
• Established patient base with more than 70 new patients monthly
• Flexible part-time scheduling
• Opportunities for additional days and scheduled vacation coverage
• Potential for long-term growth into a full-time position
• Five fully equipped operatories with modern dental technology
• Experienced clinical and administrative support team
• Clinical autonomy in an independently owned private practice
• Professional collaboration and mentorship from an experienced owner dentist

Clinical Responsibilities

The associate dentist will provide comprehensive general dentistry services, including:

• Comprehensive and periodic oral examinations
• Diagnosis and treatment planning
• Restorative dentistry, including fillings, crowns, and bridges
• Simple extractions and other general dental procedures within the dentist's clinical experience
• Patient education and preventive treatment recommendations
• Collaboration with dental hygienists and dental assistants to ensure coordinated patient care

A strong interest or experience in endodontics (root canal therapy) and dental implant dentistry is highly desirable. We welcome candidates who currently perform these procedures, as well as dentists interested in further developing their clinical skills in these areas.

Our practice utilizes dedicated restorative, hygiene, and Oral Wellness appointments supported by experienced clinical team members. The associate may work alongside the owner dentist or independently, depending on experience and scheduling needs.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
• Active North Carolina dental license or eligibility for licensure
• Strong general dentistry and restorative skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to ethical, patient-centered dental care
• Ability to work collaboratively with an established clinical team
• Dependability and ability to provide independent clinical coverage when scheduled
• Interest or experience in endodontics and dental implants strongly preferred
• Experienced dentists preferred; recent graduates are encouraged to apply

Why Smiles By Design Dentistry?

We believe that dentistry is about more than procedures. It is about building lasting patient relationships, providing thoughtful clinical care, and working in an environment where dentists can exercise professional judgment.

Our independently owned practice offers the opportunity to work with an experienced team, serve an established and growing patient population, and enjoy a flexible schedule without the production pressures often associated with high-volume corporate environments.

Whether you are seeking a long-term part-time position or an opportunity that could develop into a larger clinical role, we welcome the opportunity to discuss how your professional goals may align with ours.

Apply Today

If you are interested in joining an established, highly rated private dental practice with competitive compensation and flexible scheduling, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

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Smiles By Design Dentistry
Salisbury, North Carolina

Pay: $850.00 per day

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person