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Lead Dentist - High Earning Potential

Independence Dental Services LP
Bethesda, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 6/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/27/2026

Lead Dentist


Bethesda, Maryland | Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity


Highly earning potential - Up to $450K annually


Lead a thriving practice. Deliver comprehensive dentistry. Mentor the next generation of clinicians.


Are you a highly skilled general dentist ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking an experienced Clinical Director to lead a successful, growing practice in Bethesda, Maryland. This is an outstanding opportunity for a clinician who enjoys complex dentistry, values leadership, and wants to make a lasting impact on both patients and providers.


You'll join an established practice with a loyal patient base, strong new patient demand, advanced technology, and a talented team dedicated to delivering exceptional care. As Clinical Director, you'll maintain a productive clinical schedule while helping guide the practice's continued growth and clinical excellence.


Why This Opportunity Stands Out

  • Established, high-volume practice with a strong reputation in the community

  • Consistent flow of new patients and comprehensive treatment opportunities

  • Modern technology and fully equipped operatories

  • Experienced clinical and administrative support teams

  • Leadership role with influence over clinical direction and practice growth

  • Opportunity to mentor and develop associate dentists

  • Long-term career advancement within a growing organization


Your Impact

You will play a key role in shaping the future of the practice by:

  • Delivering exceptional patient care and comprehensive treatment

  • Leading by example through clinical excellence and professionalism

  • Mentoring and supporting associate dentists in their clinical development

  • Promoting consistency in treatment planning and patient care standards

  • Partnering with leadership to drive practice growth and operational success

  • Fostering a collaborative, patient-centered culture focused on quality outcomes


Clinical Scope

We are seeking a comprehensive clinician who is comfortable performing a broad range of procedures, including:

  • Comprehensive examinations and treatment planning

  • Crown and bridge dentistry

  • Surgical and routine extractions

  • Implant placement and restoration

  • Endodontic therapy (molar endodontics preferred)

  • Cosmetic dentistry

  • Full-mouth rehabilitation and complex restorative cases


The ideal candidate is confident managing advanced treatment plans, committed to clinical excellence, and motivated by the opportunity to help patients achieve optimal oral health.


What We Offer

  • Compensation up to 35% of collections

  • Established patient base with immediate production opportunities

  • Leadership autonomy and clinical decision-making authority

  • Supportive executive and operational leadership team

  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities

  • The ability to influence clinical standards and practice growth

  • Clear pathway for long-term leadership and career advancement


Qualifications

  • DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school

  • Active Maryland dental license (or eligibility for licensure)

  • Minimum 5 years of comprehensive clinical experience preferred

  • Experience with implant placement and restoration strongly preferred

  • Molar endodontic experience preferred

  • Strong diagnostic, treatment planning, and communication skills

  • Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, and team-building abilities

  • Commitment to exceptional patient care and clinical excellence

  • Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and patient privacy standards


Ready to Lead?

If you're a high-performing dentist seeking an opportunity to combine clinical excellence with leadership, we'd love to connect. Join a practice where your expertise, vision, and mentorship will help shape the future of patient care while creating a rewarding next chapter in your career.

Salary : $200,000 - $450,000

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