Part Time Associate Dentist

Smile Starters; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Starters in Raleigh, NC is seeking a dedicated Associate Dentist to join a multi-dentist general practice serving children and young adults up to age 20 in a newly updated facility. The role focuses on clinical work—exams, restorations, hygiene checks—in a supportive team environment.

This production-based opportunity offers earning potential and a comprehensive benefits package, with a full-time schedule and a collaborative, patient-centered atmosphere that emphasizes compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina Dental License is required.
• Experience in general dentistry is required; pediatric experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental care to pediatric and young adult patients across a wide range of needs.
• Conduct routine exams, restorative treatment, and hygiene checks.
• Review medical histories with patients and guardians.
• Accurately maintain patient chart notes and records.
• Collaborate with fellow dentists and clinical staff in a group setting.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Associate Dentist (General Practice – Pediatrics/Young Adults)Overview:Part Time OpportunityThis position allows you to earn like a practice owner, yet live like an employee. Our well-established, modern practice is seeking a full-time Associate Dentist to join our team. We are a general practice providing comprehensive care to children and young adults through age 20 in a newly updated facility. This is a multi-dentist office supported by an experienced team of auxiliary staff.As an Associate, you’ll focus fully on your clinical skills without the administrative responsibilities of running a practice. The position is production-based, offering exceptional earning potential and benefits. You’ll be providing routine exams, general restorative treatment, and hygiene checks. Pediatric experience is preferred but not required, and new graduates are welcome.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide dental care to pediatric and young adult patients across a wide range of needsConduct routine exams, restorative treatment, and hygiene checksReview medical histories with patients and parents/guardiansAccurately maintain patient chart notes and recordsCollaborate with fellow dentists and clinical staff in a group settingSupport the practice team with additional duties as assignedIdeal CandidateOpen-minded, adaptable, and eager to learnEfficient and able to manage a busy patient scheduleThrives in a team-oriented environmentEnjoys working with children and young adultsBrings a professional, friendly demeanor with excellent bedside mannerPositive attitude and enjoys a bright, welcoming practice settingQualificationsActive North Carolina Dental License (required)Experience in general dentistry; pediatric experience preferred but not requiredStrong clinical and communication skillsCommitment to providing compassionate, high-quality careCompensation & BenefitsProduction-based compensation model with exceptional earning potentialFull-time schedule (4–5 days per week)Comprehensive benefits packageOpportunity to practice in a collaborative, modern environment with an established patient baseIdeal CandidateOpen-minded, adaptable, and eager to learnEfficient and able to manage a busy patient scheduleThrives in a team-oriented environmentEnjoys working with children and young adultsBrings a professional, friendly demeanor with excellent bedside mannerPositive attitude and enjoys a bright, welcoming practice settingQualificationsActive North Carolina Dental License (required)Experience in general dentistry; pediatric experience preferred but not requiredStrong clinical and communication skillsCommitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care