Associate General Dentist

Stardentalpartners; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid malpractice insurance

Continuing Education program

Retirement plan

Health, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

Jordan Family Dentistry in Lufkin, Texas is seeking a Full‑Time General Dentist (DDS/DMD) to join a long‑standing, multi‑doctor practice. You will assume care for an established patient panel in a third‑generation private practice with strong community ties.

We offer excellent benefits, a structured compensation model, and a supportive team to ensure clinical autonomy and quality patient care while maintaining work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from a U.S. accredited program is required.
• Active Texas dental license and ability to obtain/maintain licensure are required.
• Federal DEA registration and applicable certifications are required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat oral health conditions with full autonomy.
• Provide comprehensive general dentistry, including potential advanced procedures.
• Deliver exceptional patient care and build strong patient relationships.

Skills

Clinical autonomy

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

DDS/DMD degree from U.S. accredited program

Active Texas dental license

Job description

Overview

Full‑Time General Dentist (DDS/DMD)|Jordan Family Dentistry | Lufkin, TX

Opportunity: Full‑Time Employee status with robust benefits package

Location: Jordan Family Dentistry, 1405 South John Redditt Dr, Lufkin, TX 75904

Schedule: Monday – Thursday: 8:10 AM – 5:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Website: www.jordanfamilydental.com

Jordan Family Dentistry is seeking a Full‑Time General Dentist to join our well‑established, multi‑doctor practice in Lufkin, Texas. This is a rare opportunity to step into a third‑generation dental practice with deep roots in the community, a loyal patient base, and a strong reputation for comprehensive, patient‑centered care.

As part of a planned transition, you will work alongside experienced providers while gradually assuming care for an established panel of patients—positioning you for long‑term success in a thriving practice.

Practice Highlights:

• 2,800+ active patients; 35+ new patients/month
• Multi‑dentist practice with transition of patients as senior doctor reduces days
• 9 operatories; 2 dedicated ops to start with room to expand
• Technology‑forward office with digital workflows and CEREC same‑day crowns

Supported by StarDental Partners -Our Practice Culture & Clinical Philosophy

We are grounded in a private‑practice mindset, even with the added support of a larger organization behind the scenes. Day‑to‑day dentistry is shaped locally—by the doctors and teams who care for the patients—not by distant decision‑makers or rigid mandates.

What this means for our dentists:

• Clinical judgment comes first — Dentists maintain full authority over diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Patient relationships matter — We value continuity, trust, and long‑term care over volume. Dentistry here is relationship‑driven, not transaction‑based.
• Support without interference — Administrative and operational support exists to reduce burden, not to control clinical decisions or day‑to‑day practice flow.
• Respectful, stable office environment — Teams are collaborative, experienced, and treated with professionalism. Dentists are viewed as leaders within the office.
• Reasonable expectations and pacing — Schedules are designed to support quality care, not rushed dentistry or burnout.
• Transparency and fairness — Expectations, scheduling, and compensation are communicated clearly and consistently, without moving targets.
• Collaboration is optional, not imposed — Clinical input and mentorship are available when helpful, while independence is respected at every career stage.

While additional infrastructure exists to support the practice operationally, the culture, patient care, and clinical approach remain rooted in traditional private practice values. Dentists who appreciate autonomy, ethical care, and a respectful work environment tend to do well—and stay—here.

Employee benefits

• Industry leading compensation with a clear, transparent pay structure
• Initial guarantee
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Company Sponsored Continuing Education (CE) program
• Professional spending allowance
• Vacation time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life, disability, and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Optional coverage: pet insurance, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans, and…more

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat oral health conditions
• Provide comprehensive general dentistry with full autonomy, including the option to perform advanced procedures.
• Deliver exceptional patient care and build strong patient relationships
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care
• Lead and collaborate with the dental team to ensure smooth operations
• Maintain accurate records and comply with safety protocols

Qualifications

• DDS/DMD degree from U.S. accredited program
• Active Texasdental license
• Active Federal DEA and applicable certifications
• Experienced and newly graduating dentist are encouraged to apply
• No Visa sponsorship available for this opportunity

Practice Description

Jordan Family Dentistry is a well‑established, third‑generation general dentistry practice with deep roots in the Lufkin community

• Long‑standing reputation forclinical excellence, patient trust, and comprehensive care
• Multi‑doctor practice offering a mature, high‑performing environment with proven systems and workflows
• Broad scope of dentistry including:
  • Restorative and cosmetic dentistry
  • Crown and bridge
  • Same‑day CEREC crowns
  • Digital dentistry workflows
  • Limited oral surgery
  • Implant restorations
  • Technology to support placing implants

Fully equipped with advanced technology:

• CBCT and digital imaging
• Intraoral cameras and lasers
• CAD/CAM and CEREC Primescan systems
• 3D printing capabilities

Large, active patient base with consistent new‑patient flow. Supported by aseasoned hygiene and assisting teamPlanned provider transition as senior leadership gradually reduces clinical daysIdeal opportunity for an experienced dentist seeking:

• Immediate production
• Clinical autonomy
• Schedule stability
• Long‑term growth in a respected, community‑focused practice

Why Lufkin, TX?

Enjoy the best of East Texas with Lufkin's affordable cost of living, light traffic, and welcoming small-town atmosphere. Surrounded by beautiful pine forests and located near Sam Rayburn Reservoir, Lufkin offers abundant opportunities for fishing, boating, hiking, and outdoor recreation.

Conveniently situated just 30 minutes south of Nacogdoches and approximately 60 miles from the Texas-Louisiana border, Lufkin provides easy access to larger metropolitan areas for weekend getaways, including Houston (120 miles), Tyler (80 miles), and Dallas (175 miles).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Star Dental Partners 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.