General Dentist

Smile Brands•Tacoma, WA

About The Position

At Bright Now! Dental, supported by Smile Brands, the General Dentist provides exceptional, comprehensive, patient-centered dental care with clinical autonomy and organizational support. The dentist conducts examinations, diagnoses oral health conditions, develops personalized treatment plans, communicates care options, and builds lasting relationships with patients and families. The role collaborates with hygienists, dental assistants, and other providers, and leads the clinical team through effective communication, delegation, and daily huddles. The dentist is expected to stay current with advances in dentistry and maintain high standards of ethics, patient safety, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance. The practice offers access to experienced colleagues and mentors, complimentary continuing education and training, and operational support. The schedule is Tuesday through Friday. Compensation is listed as $850–$1,000 daily. Benefits vary by employment status and hours worked.

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 your 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.