Lead Dentist

At Tend, we do dentistry differently — without compromising on excellence or ambition. As a Lead Dentist, you’ll set the bar for clinical quality, mentor a high-performing team, and help shape the patient experience across your studio. You’ll balance delivering best-in-class dentistry with leading and coaching dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants to excel clinically and professionally. Together with the Studio Manager, you’ll create an environment that embraces Tend’s Mission, Vision, and Values — and drives both patient and studio success.

We offer a guaranteed base plus a production bonus. Lead Dentists earn 32–40% of their adjusted production, making this one of the most competitive compensation models in the industry. You’ll also receive leadership bonuses, transparency, and support to help you thrive.

What You’ll Do

Clinical Leadership & Mentorship

• 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

Studio Performance & Patient Care

• 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

Culture & Team Development

• 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

Who You Are

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

Tend Values

• 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.

Role-Based Competencies

• 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.

What You Have

• 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

Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to perform the essential job duties listed, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• 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.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

What We Offer

• 🦷 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 – Full coverage provided at no cost to you


• 🩺 Health Comes First – Medical, dental, and vision insurance — plus our own Dental Wellness Program


• 💰 Plan for the Future – 401(k) with company match


• 💡 Support, When You Need It – Life & AD&D insurance, legal support, EAP, and health advocacy


• 🛍 Smart Spending Options – FSAs, HSAs, and pre-tax transit and parking benefits


• Generous paid time off + company holidays

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