Associate Dentist

Position: Associate Dentist - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
At Tend, we do dentistry differently - without compromising on excellence or ambition. As an Associate Dentist at Tend, you'll deliver best-in-class clinical care in a modern, thoughtfully designed studio. You'll be busy from day one, treating a well-booked schedule of patients and full-scope operative cases with the support of an experienced clinical and operational team. Our model is built for driven dentists: those who want to grow clinically, take on complex cases, and be rewarded for high performance.

You'll be part of a collaborative, energized team that's raising the bar for dentistry - and having fun doing it.
We offer a daily guarantee and monthly bonus based on adjusted production. Tend Associate Dentists earn 30-35% of their adjusted production. You'll receive transparency and support to help you thrive - no surprises, just opportunity. We are also offering a $10k Sign-On bonus and $10K relocation assistance for our DC locations.
What You'll Do
Deliver a full spectrum of high quality clinical services-from fillings, inlays/onlays, crowns, root canals, extractions, clear aligners, TMJ injectables, and implants to cosmetic procedures like veneers, professional whitening, and emergency visits-leveraging Tend's state of the art digital workflows and high throughput studio model
Perform thorough exams, develop comprehensive treatment plans, and educate patients on optimal oral health and procedural choices
Lead and manage multiple treatment rooms and maintain a dynamic, productive schedule-balancing hygiene checks, operative care, same day treatment, and emergency visits
Drive production by proactively identifying and completing full treatment plans, optimizing chair time, and delivering care efficiently without sacrificing quality
Lead and mentor dental assistants and collaborate closely with hygienists to ensure seamless patient care and clinical excellence
Partner with studio managers and operational leaders to hit production goals, uphold clinical standards, and continuously refine studio workflow
Engage in ongoing professional development through internal calibration, mentorship, virtual and in-person CE opportunities, and peer learning
Who You Are
You embody our Tend values and demonstrate key competencies that ensure both patient success and team excellence. At Tend, these values aren't just words on a wall - they are essential to how we hire, lead, and collaborate. Every dentist and team member is expected to show up with a mindset grounded in our mission, vision, and values. This is what drives our culture, our clinical standards, and the patient experience we're proud to deliver every day.
Tend Values:
Tend to Others  - Deliver outstanding oral health outcomes and patient experiences. You put the team and patient first, even in fast-paced settings.
Be Brave Enough to Lead  - Act with integrity and take initiative to solve problems, coach others, and raise the bar.
Savor the Ride  - Celebrate wins, stay resilient in challenging moments, and bring positivity to the workplace.
Embrace Our Differences  - Welcome and value diverse backgrounds, ideas, and feedback. Communicate with respect and trust.
Rooted in Growth  - Seek ongoing learning and improvement-for yourself and your team.
Role-Based

Competencies:

Earn and Give Trust  - Earn the confidence of patients and teammates through honesty, transparency, and follow-through.
Lead with Clinical Judgement  - Make sound clinical decisions grounded in data, evidence, and patient needs.
Empower Your Team  - Set clear goals, delegate effectively, and help your team succeed.
What You Have
DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
Current, active dental license in the state you're applying for
Current CPR/BLS certification
Active DEA registration
Either a minimum of 2 years of experience in a DSO or private practice  OR  successful completion of a residency program if under 2 years of experience.
Comfort with modern technology and a willingness to adopt digital workflows
Invisalign certification
Ability to work a Full Time schedule consisting of 4 days per week + 2 Saturdays per month

Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to perform the…