Dentist Implant Experience Preferred

Star Dental Partners; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid malpractice insurance

Clinical mentorship

CE program

Professional spending allowance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Trundle Dental in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Part-Time Associate Dentist (DDS/DMD) with implant experience. Friday 8am–3pm schedule, private-practice culture, and clinical autonomy offer a flexible path to comprehensive care.

Join a trusted practice supported by StarDental Partners, with a loyal patient base, modern technology, mentorship, and generous compensation opportunities. Implant dentistry and patient-centered care are central to this role.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
• Active Tennessee dental license (or ability to obtain).
• 3-5+ years of general dentistry experience.
• Comfortable placing implants and working independently.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Excellent chairside manner

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

DDS or DMD degree

Active Tennessee dental license

3-5+ years general dentistry experience

Job description

Overview

Part-Time Associate Dentist (DDS/DMD) | Implant Opportunity | Trundle Dental | Chattanooga

Location: Trundle Dental,1001 Carter St, Chattanooga, TN 37402

Website: https://www.trundledental.com/

Opportunity: General Dentist (DDS/DMD)

Available Schedule: Friday's 8am-3pm

Trundle Dentalis seeking an experienced and patient-focusedGeneral Dentist (DDS/DMD) with implant placement experience to join our highly respected practice in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This unique opportunity is ideal for a dentist seeking a flexible Friday-only schedule (8:00 AM - 3:00 PM), supplemental income, and the ability to provide comprehensive care in a thriving, relationship-driven environment.

With a remarkable95% treatment acceptance rateand a loyal, established patient base, this role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive dentistry, place implants, and practice withclinical autonomyin one of Chattanooga's most trusted dental practices. Supported by modern technology, an experienced team, and strong patient demand for restorative and implant services, this position is perfect for a dentist who values quality care, flexibility, and long-term patient relationships.

Trundle Dentalsupported 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.

Compensation & Benefits

• Industry-leading compensation with an initial guarantee, transparent percentage-based compensation model, and uncapped earning potential

• Paid malpractice insurance

• Clinical Mentorship

• Company-sponsored Continuing Education (CE) program

• Professional spending allowance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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 or DMD degree from an accredited dental school

• Active Tennessee dental license (or ability to obtain)

• Strong clinical skills and sound judgment

• Excellent chairside manner and communication skills

• Commitment to patient-centered care

• 3-5+ years experience in a general dentistry

• Comfortable placing implants

• Ability to work independently in a steady-paced environment

This opportunity is ideal for a general dentist (DDS/DMD) who values clinical independence, comprehensive treatment planning, implant dentistry, and professional growth.

Practice Description

Trundle Dental provides comprehensive dental services under one roof, emphasizing preventive care, long-term oral health, and patient comfort. The team takes a proactive, relationship-driven approach and strives to treat every patient with the same care and attention as family.

• Established, community-trusted dental practice
• Loyal patient base with steady demand
• 2-3 dedicated operatories
• Modern technology including: Intraoral Cameras, Digital X-Rays, Panoramic X-Ray, CBCT, Lasers Cerec CAD/CAM, In-Office Crown Milling
• Collaborative, experienced, and welcoming team to include front desk, 1-2 DA's and 1-2 RDHs

This opportunity is ideal for a general dentist (DDS/DMD) seeking the best of both worlds: the flexibility of a part-time schedule and the clinical fulfillment of practicing comprehensive dentistry. Enjoy autonomy, advanced technology, implant opportunities, and a loyal patient base that values treatment recommendations, all within one of Chattanooga's most respected practice settings.

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.