Market Lead Dentist

About the role

As a Market Lead Dentist at Tend, you will deliver exceptional clinical care, shape the clinical culture, performance, and people across an entire market of Tend studios. This is a producing role where you will manage a dynamic schedule, develop Lead Dentists and Associates, and drive consistency across locations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a full spectrum of high-quality clinical services including restorative care, comprehensive treatment, and cosmetic dentistry in a modern, digitally enabled studio environment.
• Treat a dynamic mix of cases, including comprehensive exams, diagnosing the whole person, and delivering comprehensive, esthetic, and function-driven care.
• Manage a dynamic schedule balancing operative procedures, hygiene checks, aligner starts, and same-day treatment opportunities.
• Drive production through proactive diagnosis, completion of full treatment plans, and efficient use of chair time, without compromising quality of care.
• Develop and mentor Lead Dentists and Associates, supporting their growth and development.
• Collaborate with studio leadership to ensure coordinated, high-quality care and align clinical strategy with studio performance goals.

Requirements

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
• Current, active dental license in the state you’re applying for.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Active DEA registration.
• Extensive clinical experience, typically 8+ years post-residency, with a demonstrated track record of high-quality, high-production dentistry.
• Proven leadership experience, including mentorship of dentists and cross-functional collaboration with operations and studio leadership.
• Experience in a multi-location or high-volume DSO or group practice environment.
• Comfort with modern technology and a willingness to adopt digital workflows.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential job duties listed, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to handle dental instruments and perform precise procedures.
• Adequate vision (with or without correction) to read charts, interpret radiographs, and operate clinical equipment.
• Ability to bend, reach, and maintain ergonomic positioning for patient care.
• Occasional lifting or movement of equipment and supplies up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, team members, and other healthcare professionals in person and via technology.

Skills

• Leadership and mentorship skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Advanced clinical skills in restorative and cosmetic dentistry.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-location environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Full coverage of malpractice insurance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Dental Wellness Program.
• 401(k) plan.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
• Health advocacy.
• FSAs, HSAs, and pre-tax transit and parking benefits.

Pay

$216,000 USD - $500,000 USD

Schedule

Full Time schedule consisting of 4 days per week + 2 Saturdays per month.