Associate to potential partnership

Careerwebsite; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Part time

Job summary

Careerwebsite seeks an experienced Associate Dentist for our established private general dentistry practice in San Jose, CA. The role offers 2–4 days per week with potential to grow into a long-term partnership.

This is a growth-minded, private-practice position with an established patient base, strong support staff, and opportunities to expand clinical scope. We value long-term relationships, independence, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Has strong clinical skills and sound judgment.
• 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; earlier-career dentists with strong training may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, comprehensive dental care to patients.
• Perform a broad range of general dentistry procedures.
• Collaborate with a skilled support team and maintain strong patient relationships.
• Contribute to practice growth while upholding high clinical standards.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Fluent English

Independent worker

Patient communication

Ownership mindset

Education

DDS/DMD degree

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.