General Dentist

Smile Brands•Castro Valley, CA

About The Position

At Bright Now! Dental, supported by Smile Brands, the General Dentist provides exceptional, patient-centered dental care with clinical autonomy and operational support. The role offers access to experienced colleagues, mentors, complimentary continuing education, training, and a collaborative clinical community. Dentists are encouraged to practice at the top of their license, build lasting patient relationships, and contribute to the health of their community while support teams assist with practice operations. The schedule is 2–3 days per week, with Friday required. Compensation is listed as 29%+. Benefits vary based on employment status and hours worked. The posting describes malpractice insurance, time-off options, health, dental and vision coverage, a health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, employee discount programs, a 401(k) plan, complimentary continuing education, and internal training opportunities.

Requirements

DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
Active state dental license or eligibility to obtain one.
Current CPR certification.
Active DEA license or eligibility to obtain one.
Controlled Substance License, if required by the state.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Commitment to clinical excellence and patient-centered care.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Collaborative approach to working with patients and dental teams.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care while practicing at the top of the license.
Conduct thorough examinations, diagnose oral health conditions, and develop personalized treatment plans.
Clearly communicate treatment recommendations and help patients understand their options.
Build trusting, long-term relationships with patients and their families.
Collaborate with hygienists, dental assistants, and other providers to deliver coordinated care.
Lead and empower the clinical team through effective communication, delegation, and daily team huddles.
Stay current with advances in dentistry, technology, and evidence-based treatment approaches.
Maintain high standards of clinical ethics, patient safety, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.