Associate Dentist - General and Preventative Dentistry

MORTON DENTAL GROUP • Lewisburg, TN

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Morton Dental Group is committed to helping early-career dentists become confident clinicians, effective communicators, and trusted leaders. Through structured onboarding, mentorship, continuing education, and hands-on experience, this role provides an opportunity to establish strong clinical fundamentals before progressing into more complex procedures or advanced responsibilities. If you are looking for a supportive environment where you can care for patients, strengthen your general dentistry skills, and build a lasting career, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from an accredited dental school
• Active, unrestricted dental license in the applicable state or eligibility to obtain licensure before practicing
• Current BLS or CPR certification
• DEA registration and prescribing credentials when required
• Ability to meet credentialing, professional liability, background, payer, and compliance requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to ethical, patient-centered care
• Willingness to complete the Doctor Academy, clinical mentorship, continuing education, and performance-review process

Nice To Haves

• General dentistry experience gained through residency, clinical practice, externships, or strong dental-school rotations is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive examinations and diagnose patients’ oral-health needs
• Deliver preventive hygiene services, including prophylaxis, periodontal assessments, radiographs, and patient education
• Diagnose periodontal conditions and recommend appropriate treatment or referral
• Perform restorative dentistry, including fillings, crowns, and other procedures within demonstrated competency
• Evaluate and treat appropriate dental emergencies
• Develop ethical, comprehensive treatment plans based on each patient’s health, goals, risks, and priorities
• Explain findings and treatment recommendations in clear, compassionate language
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Practice within demonstrated competency and seek consultation when appropriate
• Partner with dental assistants, treatment coordinators, front-office team members, and the Office Manager
• Participate in morning huddles, case reviews, mentorship, and required development activities
• Build long-term patient relationships through consistent, personalized care
• Support continuity of care by addressing preventive, diagnostic, and restorative needs
• Apply coaching and feedback to strengthen clinical judgment, communication, efficiency, and patient care

Benefits

• Direct clinical mentorship and case consultation
• Opportunity to build confidence in diagnosis and treatment planning
• A patient base that supports both preventive and restorative care
• Company-supported continuing education
• Doctor roundtables and peer learning
• Leadership and business education
• Modern technology and digital clinical workflows
• A defined pathway toward greater clinical responsibility and long-term career growth
• Support from experienced doctors, clinical teams, and operational leadership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree