About this opportunity
The Medicus Firm lists this General Dentist Private Practice near Columbia, SC opportunity in sumter, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Associate General Dentist Sumter, South Carolina Position Overview A national dental recruiting firm is representing an established, community-based private dental practice seeking an experienced Associate General Dentist in Sumter, South Carolina , approximately one hour from Columbia.
This is a growth position rather than a replacement. The practice is adding a second dentist to support increasing patient demand and new-patient volume. The incoming associate will work alongside an experienced owner-dentist in a modern, well-supported clinical environment.
Practice Highlights Established legacy practice with a strong reputation in the Sumter community
Nine fully equipped operatories
Two to three operatories available for the incoming dentist
Approximately new patients per month
Primarily adult patient population
Experienced clinical and administrative support staff
Lab fees covered by the practice
No ownership, management, or administrative responsibilities required
Located near a major Air Force base, with an established military, VA, and insured patient population
Technology includes:
Digital radiography
Panoramic imaging
CBCT
Intraoral scanners
CAD/CAM and same-day crown technology
Implant systems
Endodontic equipment
Laser technology
Sedation equipment
Open Dental practice-management software
The support team currently includes a hygienist, three dental assistants, an office manager, and two front-office team members who manage scheduling, insurance, billing, and patient check-in.
Clinical Responsibilities The associate will provide comprehensive general dentistry, including:
Crowns, fillings, and restorative dentistry
Removable prosthodontics
Simple and surgical extractions
Limited endodontic treatment
Hygiene examinations
Treatment planning and case presentation
Implant placement based on experience and clinical interest
Sedation dentistry based on training and qualifications
Approximately 80% of the current procedure mix consists of bread-and-butter general dentistry. Molar endodontics is generally referred out. The incoming dentist will receive the majority of new-patient opportunities and build a schedule within an established and active practice.
Schedule Preferred schedule: Monday Thursday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
A three-day workweek may be considered
No evenings
No weekends
No call responsibilities
Compensation Tiered incentive structure percentage of net collections
Negotiable daily guarantee during the initial ramp-up period
Lab fees paid by the practice
Up to $3,000 total in sign-on or relocation assistance
$3,000 annual flexible professional stipend towards benefits or CE
The annual stipend may be applied toward:
Continuing education
Professional licenses and dues
Professional subscriptions
Individual health insurance
Retirement contributions
Qualifications DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
Licensed or eligible for dental licensure in South Carolina
New dental-school graduates must have completed a GPR or AEGD program
Comfortable managing a productive patient schedule with limited ramp-up time
Ability to practice independently while collaborating with the clinical team
Implant and sedation experience is beneficial but not required
Visa sponsorship is not available
The ideal candidate is clinically confident, patient-focused, dependable, and interested in a long-term associate position without ownership or management expectations.
Community Sumter offers a lower cost of living and a community-oriented environment while remaining approximately one hour from Columbia. The area has a significant military-family presence and provides convenient access to regional recreation, shopping, dining, and larger metropolitan amenities.
Application Process All inquiries and applications will be handled confidentially by the third-party recruiting firm representing the practice. Qualified applicants should submit a current CV or resume for consideration.
Worksite address
sumter, SC, 29150, US
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