Associate Dentist
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The Opportunity
As an Associate Dentist, you will provide dental care while helping patients understand their oral health, treatment options, and next steps. You will bring clinical confidence and a caring manner to your work, with an emphasis on clear communication and informed treatment decisions.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Assessing patients’ oral health and developing appropriate treatment plans • Providing dental treatment within your clinical skills and scope of practice • Explaining findings and treatment recommendations in a clear, approachable way • Creating a comfortable environment where patients feel heard and respected • Working collaboratively with the dental team to coordinate patient care • Maintaining accurate clinical records and following current infection prevention and control protocols
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of clinical experience and be:
• Personable and comfortable building relationships with patients • Confident in their clinical abilities and professional judgment • Energetic, engaged, and enthusiastic about dentistry • A strong communicator who can explain treatment clearly and answer questions thoughtfully • Committed to patient centred care and a positive patient experience • Collaborative and respectful when working with colleagues
Applicants must be licensed, or eligible for licensure, to practise dentistry in Ontario.
Position Details
• Location: Oakville, Ontario • Position: Full time Associate Dentist • Experience: Minimum 3 years • Compensation: 40%; compensation details to be discussed during the interview • Preferred start date: October 2026 • Practice software: ABELDent • Parking: Dedicated parking space for the dentist • Interviews: Flexible interview availability • Working interview: Paid
Practice Hours
Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday: 8:45 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday: 8:45 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The associate’s specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the interview process.
Interested in Learning More?
If you enjoy building patient relationships and bring confidence, warmth, and strong communication skills to your clinical work, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with your resume and a brief introduction outlining your experience and interest in the role.
The practice name will be shared with candidates as the recruitment process progresses.
About MLP Dental
Canadian private dental-practice group employing dentists, hygienists, assistants, coordinators, and office managers across multiple provinces.
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