Associate Dentist

Gilder Search Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 270,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an Associate Dentist in Salt Lake City, Utah, for a fast-paced, emergency dental practice. The role emphasizes pure clinical work with no administrative overhead, targeting high earning potential of $300K+ through a 33% production model.

You'll have the opportunity to thrive in an engaging environment focused on patient connection without the distractions of administration. If you possess a DDS or DMD and have at least 5 years of clinical experience, this position might be your perfect match.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible Utah dental license.
• Minimum 5 years of active, clinical patient care, or completion of a GPR or AEDG program.
• Proficiency in surgical extractions and third molar removal.
• Strong diagnostic skills in high-volume settings.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose patient needs and develop treatment plans.
• Deliver same-day treatment with general and restorative procedures.
• Communicate diagnosis and urgency compassionately.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Skills

Surgical extractions

Molar root canals

Patient care

Clinical decision-making

Education

DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school

Job description

Associate Dentist

Salt Lake City, UT · Fee for Service · Full Time

Target Start: June – July 2026 · Earn 33% of Adjusted Production · $300K+ Earning Potential

The Opportunity

Our client is a fast-paced, on-demand emergency dental practice in Salt Lake City, Utah. We're looking for a clinically exceptional Associate Dentist who wants to spend their days doing exactly what they trained for: connecting with patients, solving complex problems, and delivering care that makes a real difference.

This is pure dentistry. No hygiene checks. No administrative busywork. If you're a high-producing clinician who's tired of box-checking and wants to focus on the craft, this role was built for you.

Why our client?

• Top earning potential. Earn 33% of adjusted production — highly competitive for the market, with realistic $300K+ annual compensation for a productive provider.
• Pure clinical focus. No hygiene checks. No administrative overhead. You're here to diagnose, connect with patients, and deliver care.
• Your time is truly yours. We're an on-demand emergency practice. When the schedule is light, we're not going to ask you to sit in an operatory staring at the wall. Take a walk, read a book, use the golf simulator.
• Marketing-forward practice. The practice prioritizes data-driven marketing to keep production consistently high — so you're seeing high-intent patients, not waiting for the phone to ring.
• Partnership potential. This isn't just a job. We actively invest in providers who are the right long-term fit.
• Mentorship available. Experienced clinical leadership available to support your growth and case complexity.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose patient needs and develop clear, patient-centered treatment plans
• Deliver same-day treatment with a wide range of general and restorative procedures
• Perform surgical extractions, third molar removal, and oral surgical procedures in-house
• Complete molar root canals and retain complex cases rather than defaulting to referral
• Communicate diagnosis and urgency compassionately and without judgmentBuild genuine rapport with patients in a high-paced, high-acuity environment
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Who We're Looking For

This role is right for you if you lead with warmth, communicate clearly, and are genuinely motivated by delivering excellent care under pressure. You retain complex cases, you don't chase referrals, and you thrive in an environment where autonomy and accountability go hand in hand.

Required: DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school

• Active or eligible Utah dental license
• Minimum 5 years of active, clinical patient care — OR completion of a GPR or AEDG program
• Proficiency in surgical extractions, third molar removal, and routine oral surgery without routine referral
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to perform molar root canals in-house
• Strong diagnostic skills, clinical decision-making, and efficiency in high-volume settings

Genuine warmth, active listening, and the ability to communicate urgency with compassion

Preferred: Experience with sedation dentistry

Compensation & Details

• Compensation: 33% of adjusted production ($300K+ realistic annual earnings)
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week — flexible schedule
• Employment: Permanent contract
• Practice Type: Fee for service — no insurance write-downs
• Partnership: Partnership potential for the right candidate
• Sponsorship: Not available at this time

About the Area

World-class skiing, hiking, and outdoor recreation. Utah's growing population and strong economy make it one of the most dynamic healthcare markets in the country, and one of the most livable places in the West.

Ready to practice dentistry the way it should be done? Apply today.