Associate Dentist

Associate Dentist – 4-Day Workweek | Doctor-Owned Private Practice

Location: Meridian, Idaho

Position: Associate Dentist

Contract: 1-Year with possibility to extend

Schedule: Approximately 30 hours per week

Benefits: Medical insurance, 401K match, uniform allowance, flexibility for time off

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated, patient-focused Associate Dentist to join our privately owned, doctor-led dental practice in Meridian, Idaho.

This is an opportunity to work in an established practice with a consistent patient base, an experienced dental support team, and direct access to mentorship from the owner dentists. We value quality patient care, professional collaboration, and giving our dentists the autonomy to practice dentistry with confidence.

Unlike a traditional five-day schedule, this position offers a predictable four-day workweek with alternating Mondays and Fridays off, providing an excellent opportunity for work-life balance.

Schedule & Compensation

Approximately 30 hours per week over four days.

Alternating Mondays and Fridays off.

Daily guaranteed compensation plus a percentage of production/collections.

Initial one-year contractor agreement, with the possibility of extension.

Clinical Responsibilities

The Associate Dentist will provide comprehensive general dentistry services, including:

Comprehensive examinations and treatment planning.

General restorative dentistry.

Crowns and bridges.

Extractions.

Root canal therapy.

Patient education and preventive care.

Maintaining accurate and thorough clinical documentation.

What We Offer

Work-life balance: A consistent four-day workweek with alternating long weekends.

Established patient base: Existing patient flow without the pressure of building a practice from scratch.

Doctor-owned environment: Work directly alongside the practice owners in an independently operated practice.

Clinical autonomy: The freedom to exercise your professional judgment and develop individualized treatment plans.

Mentorship: Direct access to experienced owner dentists for collaboration and clinical support.

Experienced team: A knowledgeable dental support staff dedicated to providing an excellent patient experience.

Modern technology: Access to modern dental equipment and technology.

Qualifications

DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.

Active Idaho dental license in good standing.

Current DEA registration, as applicable.

At least one year of clinical experience preferred.

Strong clinical judgment and commitment to quality patient care.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with patients and the dental team.

Join Our Team

If you’re looking for an opportunity to practice quality dentistry in a privately owned environment, enjoy a predictable four-day workweek, and build a professional relationship with engaged practice owners, we’d love to hear from you.

We look forward to connecting with qualified candidates.

Pay: $160,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Patient treatment planning • Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Private practice • Nitrous Oxide Certification • Direct patient care • Dentistry • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Dental bridge fabrication • Prosthodontics • Doctoral degree • Dental care patient counseling • General dentistry • Dental License • BLS Certification • Root canal therapy • Crowns placement • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Mid-level • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification • Health insurance • Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) • Preventive health (patient care) • One-on-one patient counseling • Uniform allowance • Clinical assessment documentation • DEA License • Contract • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) • Dental extractions • Dental treatment planning • Patient interaction • 401(k) matching • In-person • Patient treatment • Patient education • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Retirement plan