Associate Dentist – Implant-Focused Practice + Mentorship Opportunity

The Staff Pad; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Part time

Job summary

The Staff Pad is seeking an Associate Dentist for a growth-oriented opportunity in Edina, MN. This role offers mentorship from an experienced doctor in a collaborative environment. The practice is focused on quality dentistry and supports career development.

Ideal candidates will have a DDS or DMD with Minnesota licensure and 2–5 years of experience. The position starts part-time (2–3 days/week) with the potential for full-time as the practice grows. Strong clinical support and autonomy in patient care are provided.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience preferred.
• Comfortable in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.
• Interested in expanding clinical skills, particularly in implants.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive general dentistry with exposure to implant cases.
• Collaborate closely with a tenured clinical support team.
• Partner with the senior doctor on mentorship and patient care.
• Contribute to practice growth as hours and patient demand expand.

Skills

Quality dentistry

Mentorship

Collaborative team environment

Implant dentistry

Education

DDS or DMD with Minnesota licensure (or eligibility)

Job description

Associate Dentist – Implant-Focused Practice + Mentorship Opportunity

Location: Edina, MN

The Staff Pad is partnering with a well‑established, patient‑centered dental practice in the Edina area to identify an Associate Dentist for a growth‑oriented opportunity.

This role is ideal for a dentist who values quality dentistry, strong mentorship, and a collaborative team environment — with the ability to grow into a long‑term position within the practice.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Direct mentorship from an experienced senior doctor
• Supportive, tenured clinical team
• Expansion‑driven role with long‑term stability
• Opportunity to grow alongside the practice

About the Practice

• Well‑established general and implant dentistry practice
• Warm, laid‑back culture with a strong patient‑first approach
• Experienced team including multiple hygienists and dental assistants
• Efficient, well‑supported clinical environment
• Located in a highly desirable Twin Cities suburb

The Opportunity

The practice is entering a growth phase, expanding hours and planning for a thoughtful provider transition. This creates an opportunity for an associate to step in, build relationships, and develop within a stable and supportive setting.

You’ll work closely with the senior doctor, gaining exposure to implant dentistry and advanced procedures, while building your own patient base over time.

What You’ll Do

• Provide comprehensive general dentistry with exposure to implant cases
• Collaborate closely with a tenured clinical support team
• Partner with the senior doctor on mentorship and patient care
• Contribute to practice growth as hours and patient demand expand

Who You Are

• DDS or DMD with Minnesota licensure (or eligibility)
• 2–5 years of experience preferred
• Comfortable in a collaborative, patient‑focused environment
• Interested in expanding clinical skills, particularly in implants
• Easygoing, personable, and team‑oriented

Schedule

• Part‑time to start (2–3 days per week)
• Friday availability strongly preferred
• Opportunity to grow into additional days as the practice expands

What You Can Expect

• Strong clinical support and mentorship
• Autonomy in patient care without rigid production pressure
• A stable, growth‑minded environment focused on long‑term success
• Opportunity to build a lasting career within the practice