Location: Elizabethton, Tennessee
Practice: Established, modern dental practice
Schedule: Full-time (8:00am5:00pm), part-time options considered for the right candidate
About The Opportunity Join a thriving, patient-focused dental practice in Elizabethton, TN, as an
Associate Dentist. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate dentist to deliver comprehensive oral healthcare in a collaborative and modern environment. This is an opportunity to build lasting patient relationships while practicing in a state-of-the-art facility with advanced dental technology.
With a patient volume of 118 new patients per month, youll have a consistent and rewarding patient base.
Key Responsibilities- Diagnose and treat a wide range of dental conditions using clinical exams, diagnostic imaging, and patient history
- Provide preventive, restorative, and minor surgical dental care
- Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs and goals
- Maintain accurate patient records using Open Dental practice management software
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols, sterilization standards, and infection control guidelines
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and treatment options
- Collaborate with team members, including hygienists and specialists, to optimize patient outcomes
- Participate in continuing education to stay current on dental techniques and advancements
Qualifications- DDS or DMD from an accredited dental program
- Active Tennessee state dental license
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience or completion of residency (new grads considered if exceptional)
- Strong competency in restorative dentistry, periodontal therapy, endodontics, and basic oral surgery
- Excellent communication and patient management skills
- Commitment to high-quality, detail-oriented care
Compensation & Benefits- Associate production-based compensation: 35% of adjusted production (range 3040% based on experience/performance)
- Average first-year dentist: $200,000
- Average second-year dentist: $250,000
- Year three and beyond: $350,000+ (average full-time salary at Martin Dentistry: $375,000)
- Sign-on bonus: Up to $25,000
- Health insurance: Company-sponsored, up to $500/month premium contribution
- Vision insurance: Fully paid by company
- Continuing education stipend: $6,000/year (many CE opportunities at no cost)
- 401k plan: 4% company match after one year
- Malpractice insurance: Paid by company
- Vacation: 4 weeks unpaid
- Potential for higher compensation for specialists in endodontics or oral surgery
Practice & Culture Highlights- Established, growing practice with 16 modern chairs, 2 CBCT machines, iTero digital scanners, Bostech 3D/Pano, and other advanced equipment
- No in-house crowns or generic brands focus on quality materials and care
- Collaborative, supportive, non-competitive team environment
- 6 hygienists working daily
- Daily morning huddle at 7:45am
- Strong emphasis on work-life balance
- Active in the community: charity events, Christmas programs, golf tournaments, high school sponsorships
Ideal Candidate- Experienced general dentist with strong clinical skills
- Interest in endodontics, oral surgery, or Super GP responsibilities a plus
- Values teamwork, patient-centered care, and long-term growth
- Seeking a collaborative environment with professional development opportunities
Join our team and grow your career in a supportive, modern, and community-focused practice. 
