Associate to potential partnership

wsdha; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

wsdha seeks an experienced Associate Dentist for our established private general dentistry practice in San Jose, CA. The role starts with 2–4 days per week and offers a long-term partnership opportunity, including potential ownership.

You will join a practice with an active patient base, two hygienists, two dental assistants, and a supportive team. English fluency, strong clinical skills, independence, and patient-focused care are essential.

Qualifications

• Has strong clinical skills and sound judgment.
• Provides high-quality, comprehensive dental care.
• Fluent in English and able to communicate clearly with patients and staff.
• Communicates effectively with patients and team members.
• Professional, dependable, and personable.
• Values long-term patient relationships.
• Is comfortable working independently.
• Is motivated to grow clinically and professionally.
• Is interested in private-practice ownership.
• Is looking for a long-term professional relationship.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive general dentistry to established patients.
• Communicate clearly with patients and team members.
• Work 2–4 days per week with potential to increase days.
• Collaborate with an experienced practice owner for mentorship.
• Build and maintain long-term patient relationships.

Skills

Clinical dentistry

Communication skills

Professionalism

Independence

Patient relationship focus

Growth mindset

Job description

Associate Dentist

Established San Jose Private Practice
San Jose, CA | 2–4 days per week | Long-Term Partnership Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced, motivated Associate Dentist to join our established private
general dentistry practice in San Jose.
This is a long-term opportunity for a dentist who is interested in becoming an integral part of an
established practice, with the potential to develop into a partner and future owner.

About the Practice

• Established private general dentistry practice
• Approximately $1.4 million in annual collections
• Established and active patient base
• Strong new-patient flow
• Primarily PPO/private-pay patient base
• Experienced front-office and clinical team
• 2 hygienists and 2 dental assistants
• Dedicated office manager
• Established systems and patient processes
• Broad range of comprehensive general dentistry procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Has strong clinical skills and sound judgment
• Provides high-quality, comprehensive dental care
• Is fluent in English and able to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and staff
• Communicates effectively with patients and team members
• Is professional, dependable, and personable
• Values long-term patient relationships
• Is comfortable working independently
• Is motivated to grow clinically and professionally
• Is interested in private-practice ownership
• Is looking for a long-term professional relationship rather than a short-term associate position
• General dentistry experience is preferred. Dentists earlier in their careers with strong clinical training and the right attitude may also be considered.

Position & Opportunity

• Initial schedule of 2–4 days per week
• Opportunity to increase days as the schedule develops
• Competitive associate compensation
• No HMO
• Opportunity to perform comprehensive general dentistry
• Mentorship and collaboration with an experienced practice owner
• Established patient base rather than building a practice from scratch

Partnership & Ownership

• Our goal is to find a dentist who wants to build a long-term future with the practice.
• For the right individual, there may be an opportunity to gradually transition from Associate → Partnership → Increased Ownership → Future Practice Transition.
• There is no requirement to purchase the practice immediately. The ownership opportunity would be discussed over time after both parties have had the opportunity to establish a successful working relationship.