Lead Dentist

What You'll Do

• Mentor and coach dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants in diagnosis, treatment planning, clinical skills, and patient care.
• Conduct regular performance reviews for general dentists; create action plans as needed.
• Partner with the Lead Hygienist and Lead Dental Assistant to provide team-wide mentorship and development.
• Lead clinical onboarding and quality assurance reviews for new hires.
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality care and patient experience across all providers.

• Deliver comprehensive dentistry services at or above the standard of care, while modeling clinical excellence for your team.
• Partner with the Studio Manager to optimize schedules, improve patient access, and achieve production and care outcome goals.
• Lead daily pre-shift huddles and studio calibrations focused on workflow, patient care, and efficiency.
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes (e.g., REDOs, escalations) and implement solutions to continuously improve care.
• Take ownership of complex cases and coordinate member escalations, including making determinations on refunds and clinical resolution.

• Build a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented studio culture with your Studio Manager and clinical leads.
• Identify and nurture clinical team members with leadership potential.
• Participate in leadership development meetings and cascade key updates to your studio team.
• Model Tend's mission, vision, and values every day – and inspire others to do the same.

You embody our Tend values and demonstrate advanced leadership competencies that ensure patient success, team excellence, and studio growth.

• Tend to Others – Deliver outstanding oral health outcomes and patient experiences. You put the team and patient first, even in fast‑paced settings.
• Be Brave Enough to Lead – Act with integrity and take initiative to solve problems, coach others, and raise the bar.
• Savor the Ride – Celebrate wins, stay resilient in challenging moments, and bring positivity to the workplace.
• Embrace Our Differences – Welcome and value diverse backgrounds, ideas, and feedback. Communicate with respect and trust.
• Rooted in Growth – Seek ongoing learning and improvement‑for yourself and your team.

• Earn and Give Trust – Earn the confidence of patients and teammates through honesty, transparency, and follow‑through.
• Lead with Clinical Judgement – Make sound clinical decisions grounded in data, evidence, and patient needs.
• Empower Your Team – Set clear goals, delegate effectively, and help your team succeed.

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
• Current, active dental license in the state where you practice.
• Current CPR / BLS certification.
• Active DEA registration.
• Minimum 6 years of post‑residency experience in private practice, DSO, or similar setting in a leadership role.
• Proven experience mentoring, teaching, or leading providers in a multi‑chair environment.
• Demonstrated success managing complex patient cases and provider escalations.
• Comfort with modern technology and digital workflows (Invisalign certification strongly preferred).
• Ability to work a full‑time schedule of 4 days per week + 2 Saturdays per month.

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods while performing clinical procedures.
• 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.

• Dentist Equity & Partnership – Opportunity to invest alongside Tend and benefit from our growth.
• CE & Professional Development – Virtual and in‑person CE opportunities and internal clinical forums.
• Time to Recharge – Enjoy generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays – because rest is productive.
• Malpractice Insurance…