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Associate Dentist

  • Oakville, ON, Canada
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Associate Dentist Opportunity | Oakville, Ontario
Full Time | 40% Compensation | Minimum 3 Years of Experience

Are you a personable, confident dentist who enjoys connecting with patients and helping them feel comfortable with their care?

A patient centred dental practice in Oakville, Ontario, is seeking a full time Associate Dentist. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced clinician who brings energy, strong communication skills, and a thoughtful approach to patient care.

The practice values meaningful relationships. Taking the time to learn about patients, share in conversation, and build trust is an important part of its culture. We are looking for an associate who shares that approach and wants to contribute to a welcoming patient experience.

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.

More about this job

Responsibilities

The Associate Dentist at MLP Dental will examine patients, plan and provide dental treatment, and explain options in a clear, caring way. They will also work with the team and keep accurate records.

Requirements

Candidates need at least three years of clinical dental experience and a licence, or eligibility for licensure, to practise dentistry in Ontario. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.

Skills

  • ABELDent
  • Dental examination
  • Treatment planning
  • Dental treatment
  • Patient communication
  • Clinical record keeping
  • Infection prevention and control
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient relationship building
  • Professional judgment

Benefits

  • Dedicated parking space
  • Paid working interview

Categories

  • Healthcare

Keywords

  • dentist
  • associate dentist
  • general dentistry
  • dental
  • Ontario
  • Oakville
  • dental practice
  • patient care
  • treatment planning
  • ABELDent
  • dental records
  • infection control
  • full time
  • clinical dentistry

Seniority

Mid level

Perks

  • Transit support

Tools

  • ABELDent

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