Associate / Lead Dentist

At Tend, we do dentistry differently — without compromising on excellence or ambition. As a 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 across a full scope of operative and cosmetic procedures, supported by an experienced clinical and operational team.

Depending on your experience and interests, this role offers the opportunity to focus on delivering exceptional clinical care as an Associate Dentist or to take on additional leadership responsibilities as a Lead Dentist—helping guide clinical excellence, mentor teammates, and shape the performance of your studio.

Our model is built for driven dentists: those who want to grow clinically, take on complex cases, lead with confidence, 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.

Compensation &

  • Earning Potential Our compensation model is designed to reward high-quality clinical care, comprehensive treatment, and strong production—while providing consistency and transparency. All dentists receive a guaranteed daily rate and earn a tiered percentage of adjusted production, with: Associate Dentists: 30–35% of adjusted production Lead Dentists: 32–40% of adjusted production, reflecting their expanded clinical leadership and impact Lead Dentists are also eligible for a monthly studio performance bonus, tied to key clinical and operational KPIs. What You’ll Do Clinical Excellence &
  • Scope of Practice (All Dentists) Deliver a full spectrum of high-quality clinical services—including restorative care such as inlays/onlays, crowns, veneers, endodontics, extractions, implants, and cosmetic dentistry—within Tend’s modern, digitally enabled studio environment Treat a dynamic mix of cases that go beyond basic dentistry, with opportunities to perform comprehensive, esthetic, and function-driven care Lead comprehensive exams and develop thoughtful, patient-centered treatment plans that drive both oral health outcomes and case acceptance Diagnose and treat TMJ-related conditions, including the delivery of therapeutic Botox as part of a comprehensive care approach Be a Profession Leader in Clear Aligner and Sleep Therapy (All Dentists) Evaluate and treat patients for sleep-disordered breathing, incorporating sleep medicine solutions into treatment planning where appropriate Drive adoption and growth of clear aligner treatment, from diagnosis through case planning, bonding, and follow-up care Educate patients on orthodontic treatment options and integrate aligners into comprehensive treatment plans Build proficiency in aligner case selection, staging, and execution, contributing to a high-performing aligner program Partner with clinical leadership to expand advanced treatment offerings and continuously elevate clinical scope Productivity, Flow &
  • Patient Experience (All Dentists) Manage a dynamic, productive schedule—balancing operative procedures, hygiene checks, aligner starts, and same-day treatment opportunities Be schedule obsessed by partnering with studio teams to build efficient and productive shifts by reviewing schedules in advance, strategizing in daily huddles, and offering same-day care when possible Drive production through proactive diagnosis, completion of full treatment plans, and efficient use of chair time—without compromising quality of care Ensure a seamless, hospitality-driven patient experience by clearly communicating treatment recommendations, timelines, and outcomes Team Collaboration &
  • Studio Performance (All Dentists) Partner closely with dental assistants, hygienists, and studio leadership to deliver coordinated, high-quality care Collaborate across disciplines to ensure alignment in treatment planning, execution, and patient experience Engage in ongoing clinical development, including calibration, CE, and peer learning to expand scope and skillset Clinical Leadership &
  • Studio Ownership (Lead Dentist Focus) Mentor and coach dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants in diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical execution to elevate overall team performance Lead clinical onboarding, training, and ongoing development of providers, reinforcing Tend standards and best practices Partner with the Studio Manager to optimize scheduling, patient access, and studio performance—driving both care outcomes and production Lead daily huddles and clinical calibrations focused on workflow, patient care, and continuous improvement Review clinical outcomes (including re-dos and escalations) and implement solutions to improve quality and consistency of care Take ownership of complex cases and patient escalations, ensuring thoughtful resolution and an exceptional patient experience Help build a high-performing, growth-oriented studio culture in partner
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