Associate Dentist

Full-Time Opportunity | Strong Mentorship | Established Patient Base | Advanced Technology

Build your career in the Okanagan with a practice that has been part of the West Kelowna community for nearly three decades. Carrington Dental Centre, led by Dr. Gary Powell, has been providing comprehensive, patient-centred dental care since 1998. We offer general, cosmetic, restorative, and surgical dentistry in a welcoming, supportive environment.

With approximately 6,400 active patients, strong hygiene support, and a DDS schedule consistently booked weeks in advance, this is an excellent opportunity to step into an established practice with strong patient demand. We are seeking a Full-Time Associate Dentist to join our collaborative team. We are open to both experienced dentists and new graduates, with strong mentorship available to an associate looking to develop their clinical skills further.

WHY JOIN CARRINGTON DENTAL?

• Established Patient Base & Strong Patient Flow: Join a busy practice with approximately 6,400 active patients and consistent demand for dental care.
• Strong Mentorship & Clinical Development: Carrington Dental offers a supportive environment for continued clinical growth. Our experienced clinicians are available to mentor, making this a great opportunity for an associate to build confidence and expand their skill set.
• Advanced Technology & Comprehensive Dentistry: Our modern practice is equipped with technology designed to support efficient diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care, including:
• CBCT
• Intraoral scanner
• Digital X-rays
• Soft tissue laser
• Videa Health
• Paperless
• Full surgical suite
• OMS support
• IV sedation capabilities
• Experienced Clinical Support: You will be supported by an established team, including dedicated CDA support and five Registered Dental Hygienists. With 10–11 chairs operating daily, the practice has the infrastructure and team in place to support a busy associate schedule.

SCHEDULE

• Monday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Tuesday: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is a personable, patient-focused dentist who enjoys collaborating and is motivated to provide high-quality, comprehensive care. A strong foundation or interest in the following would be an asset:

• General restorative dentistry
• Comprehensive examinations and treatment planning
• Basic endodontics
• Molar endodontics
• Bread-and-butter general dentistry
• Patient education and relationship building

Most importantly, we are looking for someone positive, approachable, team-oriented, and committed to building long-term relationships with patients.

PRACTICE HIGHLIGHTS

• Approximately 6,400 active patients
• 11 operatories
• Typically 2 associate chairs
• 5 Registered Dental Hygienists
• 4–5 hygiene chairs
• Dedicated CDA support
• 10–11 chairs running daily
• Cleardent practice management software

EXPERIENCE LIFE IN WEST KELOWNA

Located in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, West Kelowna offers an exceptional lifestyle surrounded by Okanagan Lake, wineries, beaches, hiking and biking trails, skiing, and year-round outdoor recreation. It is an ideal place to build both a rewarding dental career and a great quality of life.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• Associate Development Program: A structured yet flexible learning initiative with curated offerings from top clinicians and mentors where you will receive individualized learning & development plans, priority access to free in-person learning & webinars, discounted rates on courses and access to Study Clubs and online professional communities.
• Ortho Acceleration Program & Align Partnership: A strategic partnership with Align Technology that provides exclusive benefits, dedicated learning opportunities and enhanced treatment planning support.
• Implant Program: Our Associates benefit from customized training and dedicated learning opportunities for implant placement and restoration, supported by our strategic partnership with Nobel Biocare.
• Network of Experienced Dental Professionals: You will have opportunities for formal and structured mentorship with esteemed team members and colleagues and access to industry-leading experts in various dental disciplines.
• Path to Partnership: dentalcorp provides a clear path to practice leadership for Associates who wish to move beyond their clinical role and become the business leader of a practice.

About You:

• Graduate from an accredited DDS/DMD Program or successful completion of the National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) Equivalency Process
• Registered and in good standing with provincial licensing requirements
• Valid CPR certification

All applicants must be domiciled in Canada. We thank all applicants, but only suitable applicants will be contacted. Applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process and thereafter can contact our Talent Team at 416-558-8338. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis, and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.