Associate Dentist

University of Minnesota School of Dentistry; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

CE allowance

No non-compete

Job summary

University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is seeking an Associate Dentist for a private practice in San Jose, CA. The role starts with 2 days per week, including Fridays, offering clinical autonomy within a conservative philosophy.

You'll provide bread-and-butter general dentistry and have the opportunity to add days later. The practice supports a strong hygiene program and a loyal patient base, with mentorship available from an experienced owner dentist.

Qualifications

• General dentistry skills required; bread-and-butter cases.

Responsibilities

• Perform bread-and-butter general dentistry.
• Provide patient care with clinical autonomy within a conservative philosophy.

Skills

General dentistry

Job description

Associate Dentist – Private Practice | San Jose, CA

2 days/week to start | Fridays available | No non-compete

About the Practice

• Established and respected private practice
• Strong hygiene program and loyal patient base
• Modern digital workflow
• Experienced, supportive clinical team
• Owner dentist actively practicing and available for mentorship if desired

Position Details

• 2 days per week to start (including Fridays)
• Bread-and-butter general dentistry
• Opportunity to grow additional days if mutually desired
• Clinical autonomy within a conservative treatment philosophy

Compensation & Support

• 30–32% of collections
• Daily guarantee during initial ramp-up
• Malpractice coverage provided
• CE allowance
• California-compliant agreement (no non-compete)

Ideal Candidate

• You may be a great fit if you:
• Practice ethical, patient-first dentistry
• Communicate well with patients and team members
• Are comfortable starting part-time and growing thoughtfully
• Prefer private practice rather than corporate dentistry

Hiring Process

• Introductory conversation
• Paid working interview / shadow day
• Mutual decision — transparent and low-pressure