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Squire Dental Management
Morristown, New Jersey

Associate Dentist

Dental Top 25% in Dentistry (Dental)Full-Time

Listed compensation

$160K - $260K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Associate Dentist

Clinical Autonomy | Growth Opportunity

Build the Career You Deserve

We’re a well-established, growing dental practice serving a loyal community, and we’re looking for a motivated, patient-focused Associate Dentist to join our team. This is an opportunity to practice dentistry the way it was meant to be practiced: with autonomy, support, and a clear path for long-term growth.

If you’re looking for a practice where your voice matters & your clinical judgment is respected, this is it.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling available — full-time or part-time options based on your goals.

Office Hours

* Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

* Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

* Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

* Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

* Friday: Closed

Why Dentists Choose Us

* 100% Clinical Autonomy – You decide how to diagnose and treat your patients

* Established Patient Base – Walk into a full schedule in a trusted community practice

* Modern, Technology-Driven Office – Digital X-rays, intraoral scanners, and up-to-date systems

* Collaborative Team – Experienced staff and supportive doctors who value teamwork

* Growth-Minded Environment – Mentorship available, but never micromanagement

* Flexible Schedule - We strive to build schedules that work for both our providers and our patients.

The Role

As an Associate Dentist, you’ll focus on delivering high-quality, comprehensive care while building lasting patient relationships. You’ll have the freedom to practice confidently, supported by an efficient team and strong operational systems.

Key Responsibilities

* Perform comprehensive exams, diagnose conditions, and create patient-centered treatment plans

* Evaluate X-rays and clinical findings to ensure optimal patient outcomes

* Provide preventive, restorative, and diagnostic care within your comfort level

* Educate patients on oral health and long-term treatment options

* Prescribe or administer medications as appropriate

* Refer to specialists when clinically indicated

* Maintain accurate clinical documentation

What We’RE Looking For

* DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school

* Active (or eligible) dental license

* Strong diagnostic and treatment-planning skills

* Patient-first mindset with high clinical standards

* Desire to grow, contribute, and be part of something long-term

Let’S Talk

If you’re ready to join a practice that combines autonomy, stability, culture, and real opportunity, we’d love to connect. 

Apply today and see what’s possible.

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of the team to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel valued."

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school and possess an active or eligible dental license. Strong diagnostic skills and a patient-first mindset are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

DiagnosisPreventive CareRestorative CarePatient EducationX-ray Evaluation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Dentist at Squire Dental Management a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dentistry (Dental) — ranked against 1,576 active Dentistry (Dental) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Dentistry Career Context

Squire Dental Management holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 74/100, 5 active listings.

Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 50% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$210k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $193k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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CME allowance
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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
32%
Loan repayment
27%
Relocation assistance
14%

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Work-life snapshot

7.1/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 25% in Dentistry (Dental)

Living in Morristown

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$847k
Typical market rent
$2,995/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Squire Dental Management

Dentists
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

100% clinical autonomy
Established patient base
Modern technology (digital X-rays, intraoral scanners)
Collaborative team
Mentorship available
Flexible scheduling