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The associate dentist is responsible for diagnosing and treating oral diseases while developing comprehensive treatment plans for patients. They will perform various dental procedures, including restorative and surgical tasks, while ensuring patient safety and promoting long-term oral health.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited program and possess an active dental license or be eligible to obtain one. A strong commitment to high-quality, patient-first care is required for this role.
professional certificatePatient CareTreatment PlanningDiagnosisX-ray InterpretationDentistryPreventive CareSurgical ProceduresRestorative DentistryOral Health MaintenanceAnesthetic Administration
Job description
Description Associate Dentist – Clear Lakes Dental | No Gimmicks, Just Real Support Let’s skip the fluff.
At Clear Lakes Dental, we’re reimagining the associate dentist experience—one that’s transparent, growth-focused, and built around real support.
No bait-and-switch.
No corporate nonsense.
Compensation & Perks (Real Talk) Guaranteed base salary of $180,000 We just start higher—because you deserve it.
OR 30% of collections (whichever is greater) And it increases 2% annually, up to 40%.
That’s real, long-term earning potential.
No restrictive covenants / non-competes We believe in keeping you here because you want to stay—not because you’re stuck. $2,000 CE allowance (paid separately from salary) Many offices deduct CE from your earnings—we don’t.
Plus, in-house CPR, HIPAA, and OSHA training is covered.
Health Insurance & 401(k) starting after 3 months Not 12.
Not “someday.” We value you from the start.
Malpractice insurance provided Holidays & PTO Work-life balance is a priority.
What’s It Like Working Here? “No Stress, No Drama.” That’s our team motto.
We handle the HR, paperwork, billing, marketing, and operations—so you can just focus on doing great dentistry.
Our clinics serve patients of all ages and accept nearly all insurances.
We’re fast-paced, organized, and backed by an incredible support team that makes your day smoother and more productive.
Your Role as an Associate Dentist: Diagnose and treat oral diseases Develop treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health Perform dental procedures, including restorative and surgical Promote preventive care and long-term oral health Interpret diagnostic tools like x-rays and scans Ensure safe use of anesthetics and monitor patient response Schedule & Job Details: Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Job Type: Full-time or Part-time Compensation Range: $180,000 – $370,000 per year Work Setting: In-person What You’ll Need: DDS or DMD degree from an accredited program Active Dental License (or eligibility to obtain one) A commitment to high-quality, patient-first care Ready to actually enjoy going to work?
Join a dental practice that respects your time, pays you fairly, and helps you grow.
Apply today and let’s build something real together.
Clear Lakes Dental provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
