Associate Dentist

Vfdental; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving, dentist-owned group practice in Fayetteville, North Carolina, dedicated to providing exceptional dental care for families. This full-time Associate Dentist position offers a collaborative, multi-specialty environment with access to cutting-edge technology and a supportive team. Ideal candidates will have a passion for comprehensive dentistry, including endodontics and sedation, and will enjoy clinical autonomy while receiving competitive compensation and benefits. If you're ready to grow in a stable, doctor-led practice, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

Disability Coverage

Paid Vacation

Annual Professional Expenses Allowance

Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience or GPR residency preferred.
• Comfortable with advanced endodontics and extractions.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental care including endo and extractions.
• Treat complex cases in an ambulatory surgery center.

Skills

Endodontics

Extractions

Sedation Dentistry

Strong Communication Skills

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD)

GPR Residency

Tools

3D Scanners

CBCT

Cloud-based PMS

Job description

Founded in 1985 by Dr. Michael Knowles in St. Pauls, North Carolina, our practice began as a small, community-focused dental office. Committed to enhancing dental care for our rural community, we pioneered the concept of the "Family Dental Group Practice," centralizing care under one roof by bringing in specialists directly to our office. This model has allowed us to provide comprehensive treatment without the need to refer patients to distant locations, ensuring better continuity of care.

In 1992, Dr. Terrance Smith, a prosthodontist, joined the practice, leading to our name change to Knowles, Smith and Associates, PA, though we operate as Village Family Dental. Over the years, our practice expanded, opening our second office in Hope Mills in 1993, and our third in Fayetteville in 1999. Dr. Faith McGibbon, a pediatric dentist, joined in 1994 and became a partner in 2002.

Today, our Partnership Group includes Dr. Brad Ryan, Dr. Grant Wiles, Dr. Mit Patel, Dr. Jordan Olsen, and Dr. Anuj James, who serves as Managing Partner. In 2002, Southeastern Dental Specialists and Dental Health Associates became part of our family, and in 2018, we introduced Village Kids to our growing network. Most recently, we welcomed Cape Fear Oral Surgery in Fayetteville and Warr Pediatric Dental Associates in High Point, further expanding our reach and commitment to exceptional dental care for families in North Carolina.

Job Description:

Experienced GP | GPR Preferred | Sedation Dentistry | Ambulatory Surgery Center Access

Village Family Dental is a thriving, dentist-owned group practice with over 40 years of excellence in southeastern North Carolina. We’re looking for a full-time, experienced Associate Dentist to join our team in Fayetteville.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced general dentist who enjoys comprehensive dentistry including endo, extractions, and full-mouth rehab. GPR-trained candidates preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative, Multi-Specialty Environment – Work alongside experienced general dentists and in-house specialists.
• Ambulatory Surgery Center Access – Opportunity to treat complex full-mouth rehabilitation cases in a surgical setting.
• Cutting-Edge Technology – Digital, paperless workflow, 3D scanners, CBCT, cloud-based PMS.
• Stability – Our dentists average 10+ years with us.
• Doctor Owned, Doctor Led – 100% owned by five practicing dentists, not corporate.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation with minimum guarantee for the first 6 months.
• Full benefits: health insurance, 401(k), disability coverage.
• Sign on bonus with a minimum 2 year commitment.
• Paid vacation and annual allowance for professional expenses.
• Clinical autonomy and strong support from a highly trained team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience or GPR residency.
• Comfortable with advanced endodontics and extractions.
• Experience with adult sedation dentistry is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and a patient-first mindset.

If you’re looking for a place to grow clinically while being part of a supportive, long-standing team, we’d love to hear from you.

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Knowles, Smith & Associates, LLP and its subsidiaries are committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment. All applicants are considered for employment opportunities without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.