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Associate Dentist – Relationship-Based,Comprehensive Dentistry
Yellow House Dental & Implant Center | Lubbock, Texas
We're looking for an associate who believes that exceptional dentistry begins with relationships—notproduction goals.
Yellow House Dental & Implant Center is a modern, fee-for-service practice dedicated to comprehensivecare, clinical excellence, and treating patients the way we'd want our own families treated. We are seeking apart-time Associate Dentist (2–3 days per week) who is passionate about providing high-quality generaldentistry and wants to continue growing in a collaborative, mentorship-focused environment.
As our practice continues to grow, the owner is expanding his focus toward dental surgery, implantdentistry, and TMD therapy. This creates an outstanding opportunity for an associate who enjoys practicingcomprehensive general dentistry while becoming an integral part of a well-established practice. The long-term vision includes the opportunity to transition from part-time to full-time and, for the right individual,the potential to become a future practice partner.
Dentist-Owned. Patient-Focused
Yellow House Dental & Implant Center is proudly owned and operated by its practicing dentist—not acorporate dental organization. Clinical decisions are made with patients' best interests in mind, allowing ourteam to focus on delivering exceptional care rather than meeting production quotas or corporate metrics.You'll work directly alongside the owner in an environment where mentorship, professional growth, andclinical excellence are genuinely valued.
Our Philosophy of Care
We believe exceptional dentistry is built on trust, education, and long-term relationships. Every patientdeserves a comprehensive evaluation, thoughtful treatment planning, and the time to make informeddecisions about their oral health. We value conservative, evidence-based care delivered with precision,empathy, and attention to detail—always placing the patient's best interests above production goals. Ourmission is to help people achieve lasting oral health while creating an experience that makes them feelgenuinely cared for.
What You'll Do
Provide comprehensive general dentistry with an emphasis on quality, precision, and long-term patientrelationships, including:
Restorative dentistry
Crown and bridge
Fixed and removable prosthetics
Complete and partial dentures
Preventive dentistry
Basic extractions
Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment planning
An interest in cosmetic dentistry, clear aligner therapy, or digital dentistry is a plus.
Who We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is committed to becoming an exceptional clinician and is motivated by deliveringoutstanding patient care rather than simply producing dentistry.
Our ideal associate:
Has approximately 2–3 years of clinical experience (new graduates and experienced dentists arewelcome to apply)
Builds trust and rapport naturally with patients
Communicates confidently and compassionately
Is humble, coachable, and self-motivated
Values collaboration over high-pressure treatment acceptance
Takes pride in exceptional clinical quality and attention to detail
Has a genuine desire to continually improve both personally and professionally
Experience with comprehensive treatment planning is highly valued. An interest in the Pankey philosophy isa significant plus, and we're happy to help subsidize Pankey continuing education for the right candidate.
Why Yellow House?
Fee-for-service practice
Dentist-owned private practice
Relationship-centered philosophy
97–100% collection rate
15–20 new patients per doctor each month
Eight fully equipped operatories with room for expansion
Two full-time hygienists
Experienced clinical support team
Collaborative work environment with direct mentorship
Long-term partnership potential
Technology
Our practice is fully digital and equipped with:
CBCT
CAD/CAM dentistry
In-house milling
3D printing
Digital photography
Implant planning software
Periolase laser
Two full-service dental laboratories located within our building
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive daily guarantee negotiated based on experience
Opportunity to earn an overall 30–35% of adjusted production
Lab fees paid entirely by the practice
Subsidized Pankey continuing education
Opportunity for long-term professional growth and future partnership
Schedule
Part-time (2–3 days per week)
Typical clinical hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Immediate start available
Why Lubbock?
Lubbock offers an outstanding quality of life with an affordable cost of living, minimal commute times,excellent schools, and a welcoming community. As the regional healthcare hub of West Texas, the citycontinues to experience steady growth while maintaining a family-friendly atmosphere. Whether you enjoyoutdoor recreation, Texas Tech athletics, live music, or simply having more time outside the office, Lubbockprovides an exceptional place to build both your career and your life.
Join Our Team
If you're searching for a practice where relationships matter, mentorship is genuine, and quality alwayscomes before quantity, we'd love to meet you.
Whether you're looking for your long-term professional home or a practice where you can continuedeveloping into an exceptional comprehensive dentist, we invite you to apply.
Please submit your CV along with a brief introduction telling us about yourself, your philosophy of patientcare, and what you're looking for in the next chapter of your career. Please send your CV to Dr. Dallen Ricksat dr.ricks@yellowhousedds.com.
Pay: $5,400.00 - $7,400.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Salary : $5,400 - $7,400