Dentist Allied Health - South Carolina
Position Highlights:
Associate General Dentist – Central South Carolina Private Practice
Position Overview
A national dental recruiting firm is representing an established, community-based private dental practice seeking an experienced Associate General Dentist near Columbia, SC.
This is a growth position rather than a replacement. The practice is adding a second dentist to support increasing patient demand and new-patient volume. The incoming associate will work alongside an experienced owner-dentist in a modern, well-supported clinical environment.
Practice Highlights
- Established legacy practice with a strong reputation in the Sumter community
- Nine fully equipped operatories
- Two to three operatories available for the incoming dentist
- Approximately 40–50 new patients per month
- Primarily adult patient population
- Experienced clinical and administrative support staff
- Lab fees covered by the practice
- No ownership, management, or administrative responsibilities required
- Located near a major Air Force base, with an established military, VA, and insured patient population
Technology includes:
- Digital radiography
- Panoramic imaging
- CBCT
- Intraoral scanners
- CAD/CAM and same-day crown technology
- Implant systems
- Endodontic equipment
- Laser technology
- Sedation equipment
- Open Dental practice-management software
The support team currently includes a hygienist, three dental assistants, an office manager, and two front-office team members who manage scheduling, insurance, billing, and patient check-in.
Clinical Responsibilities
The associate will provide comprehensive general dentistry, including:
- Crowns, fillings, and restorative dentistry
- Removable prosthodontics
- Simple and surgical extractions
- Limited endodontic treatment
- Hygiene examinations
- Treatment planning and case presentation
- Implant placement based on experience and clinical interest
- Sedation dentistry based on training and qualifications
The incoming dentist will receive the majority of new-patient opportunities and build a schedule within an established and active practice.
Schedule
- Preferred schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- A three-day workweek may be considered
- No evenings
- No weekends
- No call responsibilities
Compensation
- Tiered incentive structure percentage of net collections
- Negotiable daily guarantee during the initial ramp-up period
- Lab fees paid by the practice
- Up to $3,000 total in sign-on or relocation assistance
- $3,000 annual flexible professional stipend towards benefits or CE
The annual stipend may be applied toward:
- Continuing education
- Professional licenses and dues
- Professional subscriptions
- Individual health insurance
- Retirement contributions
Qualifications
- DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
- Licensed or eligible for dental licensure in South Carolina
- New dental-school graduates must have completed a GPR or AEGD program
- Comfortable managing a productive patient schedule with limited ramp-up time
- Ability to practice independently while collaborating with the clinical team
- Implant and sedation experience is beneficial but not required
- Visa sponsorship is not available
The ideal candidate is clinically confident, patient-focused, dependable, and interested in a long-term associate position without ownership or management expectations.
Community
Sumter offers a lower cost of living and a community-oriented environment while remaining approximately one hour from Columbia. The area has a significant military-family presence and provides convenient access to regional recreation, shopping, dining, and larger metropolitan amenities.
Application Process
All inquiries and applications will be handled confidentially by The Medicus Firm who is representing the practice. Qualified applicants should submit a current CV or resume for consideration.
Job Type: Full-time
Specialty: General Dentistry
Expected Schedule: Three or four weekdays per week; no evenings, weekends, or call responsibilities
Reference #: DENT 26879
About the Community
Associate General Dentist – Central South Carolina Private Practice
Position Overview
A national dental recruiting firm is representing an established, community-based private dental practice seeking an experienced Associate General Dentist near Columbia, SC.
This is a growth position rather than a replacement. The practice is adding a second dentist to support increasing patient demand and new-patient volume. The incoming associate will work alongside an experienced owner-dentist in a modern, well-supported clinical environment.
Practice Highlights
- Established legacy practice with a strong reputation in the Sumter community
- Nine fully equipped operatories
- Two to three operatories available for the incoming dentist
- Approximately 40–50 new patients per month
- Primarily adult patient population
- Experienced clinical and administrative support staff
- Lab fees covered by the practice
- No ownership, management, or administrative responsibilities required
- Located near a major Air Force base, with an established military, VA, and insured patient population
Technology includes:
- Digital radiography
- Panoramic imaging
- CBCT
- Intraoral scanners
- CAD/CAM and same-day crown technology
- Implant systems
- Endodontic equipment
- Laser technology
- Sedation equipment
- Open Dental practice-management software
The support team currently includes a hygienist, three dental assistants, an office manager, and two front-office team members who manage scheduling, insurance, billing, and patient check-in.
Clinical Responsibilities
The associate will provide comprehensive general dentistry, including:
- Crowns, fillings, and restorative dentistry
- Removable prosthodontics
- Simple and surgical extractions
- Limited endodontic treatment
- Hygiene examinations
- Treatment planning and case presentation
- Implant placement based on experience and clinical interest
- Sedation dentistry based on training and qualifications
The incoming dentist will receive the majority of new-patient opportunities and build a schedule within an established and active practice.
Schedule
- Preferred schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- A three-day workweek may be considered
- No evenings
- No weekends
- No call responsibilities
Compensation
- Tiered incentive structure percentage of net collections
- Negotiable daily guarantee during the initial ramp-up period
- Lab fees paid by the practice
- Up to $3,000 total in sign-on or relocation assistance
- $3,000 annual flexible professional stipend towards benefits or CE
The annual stipend may be applied toward:
- Continuing education
- Professional licenses and dues
- Professional subscriptions
- Individual health insurance
- Retirement contributions
Qualifications
- DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
- Licensed or eligible for dental licensure in South Carolina
- New dental-school graduates must have completed a GPR or AEGD program
- Comfortable managing a productive patient schedule with limited ramp-up time
- Ability to practice independently while collaborating with the clinical team
- Implant and sedation experience is beneficial but not required
- Visa sponsorship is not available
The ideal candidate is clinically confident, patient-focused, dependable, and interested in a long-term associate position without ownership or management expectations.
Community
Sumter offers a lower cost of living and a community-oriented environment while remaining approximately one hour from Columbia. The area has a significant military-family presence and provides convenient access to regional recreation, shopping, dining, and larger metropolitan amenities.
Application Process
All inquiries and applications will be handled confidentially by The Medicus Firm who is representing the practice. Qualified applicants should submit a current CV or resume for consideration.
Job Type: Full-time
Specialty: General Dentistry
Expected Schedule: Three or four weekdays per week; no evenings, weekends, or call responsibilities
Reference #: DENT 26879
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Kaitlin Owen
Director of Recruiting
- kaitlin.owen@themedicusfirm.comEmail the recruiter
- (678) 528-2591Call the recruiter
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Nestled in the heart of South Carolina, Sumter offers the perfect balance between small-town charm and modern convenience. Known as the "Gamecock City," Sumter is rich with Southern hospitality, scenic beauty, and a sense of community that’s hard to find elsewhere. Whether you're seeking a peaceful place to raise a family or a comfortable pace of life without sacrificing access to amenities, Sumter delivers.
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