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Associate Dentist

BenevisĀ·Lafayette, Louisiana

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago
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Associate Dentist

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 10 similar openings in the Lafayette area

About the role

The Associate Dentist is responsible for providing high-quality dental services to a patient base primarily consisting of children and adults. They will work collaboratively with a support team to manage office flow and promote a positive company image.

Overview

Work for a company that is truly making the world a happier place, one smile at a time!

At Benevis, we create over a million smiles a year in the communities we serve and believe that every person deserves access to quality, affordable dental care.

This mission drives everything we do!

With over 2,000 employees in offices across the country from clinical to support staff - we are united in our mission to create happy, healthy smiles through providing high quality dental care to underserved families in a fun, compassionate environment.

Are you ready to join us in creating our next million smiles?

We have JUST the opportunity for you.

We are actively seeking an Associate Dentist to join our growing team.

Support our mission to provide excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences for children and adults.

Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients.

Find your opportunity to make an impact: Take care of your community while participating in activities to promote a positive image of the company!

Join in morning huddles (hey, you can even run one!), plan your day and let your team know how much you appreciate them, highlight great examples of customer focus, collaboration, meeting goals, etc.

Love working with kids (they make up 70% or more of our patient base) ​ Associate Dentists are responsible for providing dental services to patients with the support of their team.

Our practice has: DentaPro software Digital x-ray and Panorex units Fiber-optic handpieces Yearly OSHA and HIPPA and Emergency Management training Ratio of 1 hygienist, 1 hygiene assistant, 2 dental assistants per provider Patient Base: primarily ages 3-21 and up to 30% adult population (depending upon location) Office flow: average 10-12 operative patients and 20-25 hygiene patients State insurance plans, PPO and out-of-network payor mix ***This opportunity provides growth and development through mentoring and collaboration***

What We Offer

Guaranteed base pay in excess of 200k with uncapped earning potential Sign on bonus Student loan repayment assistance Guaranteed base pay No lab fees FT providers are eligible to participate in Medical/Dental/Vision insurance plans, HSA/FSA Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance plans are paid for by company 401(k) Retirement Plan Company paid malpractice insurance coverage Paid holidays and time off Continuing Education reimbursements CE offered through ADA Accredited Continued Education Recognition Program (C.E.R.P) Reimbursements for associated licenses, certifications, and professional dues such as ADA and/or AAPD memberships Multiple schedule options to help maintain a healthy work/life balance VISA and Green Card sponsorship available We expect you to have: DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation Current, valid license to practice dentistry in states where providing care or eligible for licensure Other certifications as required - CPR, DEA, etc. Nitrous Oxide certification (only LA, MS, DC, TX, MA) Compassion and a strong desire to provide dental care to both children and adults We value teamwork, mutual respect, and cooperation. We do not practice unlawful discrimination, including harassment or tolerate it in our workplace. What do we mean by discrimination? We mean that we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental program and possess a current, valid license to practice dentistry. Additional requirements include relevant certifications such as CPR, DEA, and potentially Nitrous Oxide certification.

  • professional certificate
  • Teamwork
  • Compassion
  • Communication
  • Treatment planning
  • Patient care
  • Customer focus
  • General dentistry
  • Pediatric dentistry
  • Clinical dentistry
  • Dental diagnostics

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • FSA
  • HSA
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Basic life insurance
  • Short term disability
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Sign on bonus
  • Malpractice insurance
  • Long term disability
  • Continuing education reimbursements

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Lafayette, Louisiana
Posted
Jul 17, 2026
Closes
Jul 17, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Benevis

Benevis is a leading dental healthcare delivery organization for practices focused on delivering life-changing oral care and orthodontics to underserved communities. Through comprehensive care and operational services that expand access to dentistry, Benevis has a 20-year...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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In Louisiana, dental hygiene roles are often shaped by steady patient demand in private practices, community clinics, and group dental settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically want an accredited dental hygiene degree, an active Louisiana license, and strong patient communication skills; the listed benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm licensure details and prepare to discuss chairside experience and patient education in your application.

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