Associate Dentist

Springer Dental Care is a growing, multi-location private practice in the Elkhart/South Bend region dedicated to clinical excellence, integrity, and leadership development. With a supportive team culture and a practice owner deeply committed to mentorship, we provide a uniquely growth-focused environment where dentists build confidence, expand their skill set, and develop long-term careers. Our team values humility, initiative, loyalty, emotional maturity, and a desire to go the extra mile for patients and colleagues.

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected Annual Earnings: $250,000–$300,000+
• Base Salary: $150,000 guaranteed for contract period
• Compensation Structure: Tiered % of collections
• Up to $40,000: 30%
• $40,000.01–$50,000: 32.5%
• Above $50,000: 35%
• CE Allowance: Up to $3,000 (matched for CE)
• Professional Liability Insurance: Covered by the practice
• PTO: 8 days after 1 year of employment
• Schedule:
• Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
• (190 working days per year)

The Opportunity

Join a rapidly expanding private practice with six existing locations and more planned. This is an exceptional role for a dentist who wants:

• Direct mentorship in all aspects of dentistry, including endodontics, surgery, grafting, and implant placement
• A practice owner who mentors both the clinical and business sides of dentistry
• Monthly CPA-led business review meetings to understand practice performance
• A clear long-term career vision, with the ability to grow into your own principal office
• A true 50:50 partnership opportunity as new locations open
• Opportunities to sharpen your clinical speed, confidence, and leadership abilities
• A culture that rewards discipline, enthusiasm, resiliency, accountability, and always learning

Clinical Scope: Bread-and-butter dentistry including crown and bridge and removable prosthodontics, with pathways to learn advanced procedures depending on your goals.

Ideal Candidate:
You are coachable, hardworking, emotionally mature, and committed to continuous improvement. You communicate clearly, build strong relationships, take initiative, and are excited to grow with a team that values integrity and excellence. Some prior experience is preferred, but passion for learning is essential.

Location Highlights – Elkhart, Indiana (South Bend Area)

Elkhart offers the best of Midwestern living with low cost of living, safe neighborhoods, and excellent schools—an ideal place for individuals and families alike.

• 20 minutes to South Bend
• 2 hours to both Chicago and Indianapolis
• Affordable housing, great school systems, and a family-friendly environment
• Access to parks, lakes, dining, and weekend recreation
• A stable, growing region with strong community roots & economic development

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a motivated dentist who wants mentorship, growth, and a real pathway to partnership in a supportive, high-integrity private practice—Springer Dental Care would love to meet you.

Apply today and begin shaping the long-term career you’ve been looking for.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person