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Posted 20 July, 2026

Dentist needed in Grand Rapids, MI

Columbia Healthcare
Grand Rapids, MI, US Full Time

Job Description

Associate Dentist – Oral-Systemic & Airway-Focused Practice\n

Full-Time or Part-Time (3–4 Days/Week)

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We are a growth-oriented, oral-systemic and airway-focused dental practice seeking an associate dentist who is passionate about comprehensive care and whole-body health. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated clinician who wants mentorship, advanced clinical growth, and meaningful patient relationships beyond traditional “drill and fill” dentistry.

What We Offer\n
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  • Mentorship in comprehensive diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient communication
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  • Exposure to airway, sleep-disordered breathing, craniofacial development, and oral-systemic health concepts
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  • Collaborative, education-focused team environment
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  • Clear opportunities for professional, clinical, and financial growth
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  • Potential long-term leadership or partnership opportunities
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Ideal Candidate\n
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  • 1–4 years out of dental school or early career
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  • Coachable, growth-minded, and clinically curious
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  • Interested in comprehensive and preventive dentistry
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  • Passionate about improving patient health and quality of life
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  • Motivated by learning, purpose, and patient outcomes
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Responsibilities\n
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  • Deliver high-quality general dentistry
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  • Perform comprehensive patient evaluations
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  • Educate patients on oral-systemic health connections
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  • Screen for airway and sleep-related concerns
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  • Collaborate closely with the clinical team
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  • Participate in ongoing continuing education and development
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Compensation & Benefits\n
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  • Competitive daily guarantee
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  • 35%–40% of collections
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  • Practice contributes toward lab fees
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  • CE support and mentorship
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  • W2 or 1099 options available
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  • Additional benefits negotiable based on experience and fit
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