Associate General Dentist - Santa Cruz
Position Overview
Santa Cruz Dental Group is a busy, well-established private practice seeking a full-time Associate General Dentist to join our team four days per week. We offer a modern, supportive environment with strong systems, consistent patient flow, and a culture focused on quality care — not rushed dentistry.
This role is ideal for a dentist who values clinical excellence, clear expectations, and long-term stability in a practice designed to support success.
From Dr. Sandhu:
“I’m looking for an associate who takes pride in their clinical work, communicates well with patients and the team, and wants to grow with the practice long term.”
Schedule & Compensation
4 days per week (full-time)
$850 per day guaranteed OR 25% of adjusted production (whichever is higher)
Daily production goal: ~$5,000/day
Established patient flow — no need to build a schedule from scratch
Strong hygiene-driven model supporting consistent exams and treatment
What You’ll Do
Provide comprehensive general dentistry, including:
Exams and diagnosis of oral health conditions
Restorative dentistry (fillings, crowns/bridges)
Simple extractions and endodontic procedures
Digital X-rays and preventive care
Present ethical, patient-focused treatment plans
Educate patients on oral hygiene and long-term dental health
Collaborate with an experienced clinical and administrative team
Maintain high standards for safety, compliance, and clinical excellence
Who We’re Looking For
DDS or DMD from an ADA-accredited dental school
Active California dental license (or in process)
Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Dentistry
Prior clinical or private practice experience preferred
Confident, ethical clinician with strong chairside manner
Team-oriented, reliable, and growth-minded
CPR/BLS and NPI required
How to Apply (Required)
To be considered, please submit all of the following:
Current CV
Brief written response (1–2 short paragraphs) describing:
What you are looking for in your next role
What type of practice environment helps you do your best work
Answers to the screening questions below
Applications missing any of the above will not be reviewed.
Required Screening Questions
Please include your answers with your application:
Are you able to commit to a consistent 4-day per week schedule?
☐ Yes ☐ NoHow would you describe your comfort level with restorative dentistry (crowns, fillings, treatment planning)?
☐ Very confident
☐ Comfortable with support
☐ Still building experienceWhat type of practice environment do you thrive in most?
☐ Busy private practice with systems and support
☐ Slower-paced or highly supervised settingAre you seeking a long-term associate position?
☐ Yes
☐ No / Short-term
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