We’re not your typical dental office. Desert Ridge Family Dental is a thriving, long-established private practice in Tucson, AZ, with a stellar reputation and loyal patient base that continually refers friends, family, and coworkers. Our continued growth has created an immediate need for a confident, compassionate, and driven associate dentist to join our high-quality, high-demand practice.
We believe patient-centered care starts with an aligned, exceptional team and a strong, supportive culture. Our focus on long-term relationships has built a multi-generational patient base—all without corporate interference. We're passionate about doing dentistry the right way, with servant leadership at the core of everything we do.
Our state-of-the-art facility speaks for itself. Now, we're looking for a like-minded dentist ready to elevate and grow with us.
Compensation & Perks
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Tiered percentage of adjusted production (no lab fees to associate)
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$200,000+/year easily attainable given patient flow and payor mix
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$750/day guarantee for the first 60 days
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$2,500/year CE allowance
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$5,000 relocation assistance for moves greater than 100 miles
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In-house dental care at no charge (for associate and dependents, excluding lab fees and implant materials)
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Modern technology: CBCT, Open Dental, Pearl AI, digital radiography, intraoral scanner and cameras
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High-quality, loyal patient base
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Supportive and skilled team
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Caring and collaborative office culture
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Real opportunity for career growth — including practice development and leadership
The Opportunity
Schedule: Full-time (4.5 days/week) | Part-time considered
Mentorship: Open to recent graduates, but experience is preferred
Procedures:
Growth Path: Genuine potential for career development, leadership, and long-term growth within the practice
Who We’re Looking For
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A dentist who loves dentistry and builds strong patient relationships
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Someone who fits our positive, hardworking culture
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Confident performing a wide range of procedures independently
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Interested in expanding specialty services to broaden patient care
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Motivated to grow personally and professionally
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Committed to clinical excellence every single day
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Open to recent graduates (experience preferred)
Location Highlights
Tucson, Arizona offers the perfect blend of outdoor adventure, cultural richness, and year-round sunshine.
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A Cycling Mecca — “The Loop” offers 130+ miles of car-free pavement for cycling, running, and walking
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Outdoor paradise — access to Mt. Lemmon, Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon, Pima Air & Space Museum, Titan Missile Museum, Kartchner Caverns, small lakes, hunting, fishing, and more
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A golfer’s dream — some of the best year-round golf in the country
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Proximity: Just hours from Phoenix, Sedona, Flagstaff, Puerto Peñasco, San Diego, and within a day’s drive of Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and the Grand Canyon
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Convenient travel — Tucson International Airport (TUS) is just 20 minutes from downtown; Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is about 90 minutes away
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UNESCO “City of Gastronomy” — Tucson boasts world-class restaurants and the famous Sonoran Dog
If you're tired of typical associate gigs and want to build something truly rewarding with a team that has your back, we’d love to connect. Let’s talk and see if we’re the right fit for each other.