Associate Dentist

DentalFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Kildaire Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is seeking an exceptional dentist to join our dental family. We are currently hiring a full-time Associate Dentist (4 days per week - Monday through Thursday) for our established general dentistry practice in Cary, NC.

As a primarily fee-for-service dental practice, we are committed to delivering outstanding clinical care and creating an exceptional patient experience.

Our success is built on a simple philosophy: hire great people, invest in their growth, train them well, empower them to lead, and support their development as clinical leaders.

Why Join Kildaire Family & Cosmetic Dentistry?

We believe when our dentists thrive, our team and patients thrive as well. That's why we offer:

  • Exceptional opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Personalized clinical mentorship and leadership development
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
  • A supportive team that is genuinely invested in your success
  • An established network of experienced mentors and collaborative peers
  • Excellent work / life balance with a 4-day workweek
  • Dedicated administrative and business support, allowing you to focus on patient care
  • Strong earnings potential with future ownership opportunities

What We're Looking For

Our Ideal Dentist Is Someone Who

  • Enjoys coming to work and finds fulfillment in helping patients
  • Is passionate about dentistry and values being part of a strong team culture
  • Embraces continuous learning and welcomes constructive feedback
  • Thrives in a collaborative environment
  • Is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and exceeding patient expectations
  • Demonstrates strong leadership and a positive influence within the practice

Our Culture

Our dentists play a vital role in leading their team and helping shape culture, operations, and success of the practice. We encourage every team member to contribute ideas, improve processes, and take ownership in making the practice better.

We take pride in building long-term, trusted relationships with our patients and providing comprehensive care whenever possible.

With modern technology, advanced equipment, and a commitment to continuing education, our team is equipped to offer a wide range of services in-house while maintaining the highest standard of care.

Most importantly, we value our people. We work hard, support one another, celebrate successes, and create an environment where both our team members and patients feel cared for.

Join Our Work Family

Choosing the right practice can change your career and your life. If you are looking for a supportive, growth-oriented environment where you can make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding future, we'd love to meet you.

Come join our work family and help us change lives, one patient at a time.

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Dentist will provide high-quality clinical care and deliver an exceptional patient experience in a fee-for-service practice. They will also play a vital role in leading the team and contributing to the practice's culture and operational success.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is a passionate dentist who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to continuous learning. They must demonstrate strong leadership skills and a dedication to exceeding patient expectations.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical leadershipCommunicationTeam collaborationProblem solvingInterpersonal skills

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Dentist at Kildaire Family & Cosmetic Dentistry a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc.

Dentistry Career Context

Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 40% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution29 jobs · 28 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks26 jobs

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
54% this job
Sign-on bonus
31%
Relocation assistance
23%
Loan repayment
15%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.2
Better work-life than 70% of Dentist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Cary

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$487k
Typical market rent
$1,774/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
98.2
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Raleigh-Cary, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Kildaire Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

Benefits & Perks

4-day workweek
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Personalized clinical mentorship
Leadership development
Administrative and business support
Future ownership opportunities