Associate General Dentist – Sumter, South Carolina

Position Overview

A national dental recruiting firm is representing an established, community-based private dental practice seeking an experienced Associate General Dentist in Sumter, South Carolina, approximately one hour from Columbia.

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

Approximately 80% of the current procedure mix consists of bread-and-butter general dentistry. Molar endodontics is generally referred out. 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 third-party recruiting firm representing the practice. Qualified applicants should submit a current CV or resume for consideration.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person – Sumter, SC

Specialty: General Dentistry

Expected Schedule: Three or four weekdays per week; no evenings, weekends, or call responsibilities