Associate Dentist/Practice Partner - Medicaid-Focused Startup

Founding Dentist / Practice Partner – Family & General Dentistry (Medicaid-Focused Startup)Location: Southwest Houston in a Medical Plaza next to a Medical Clinic and Eye Care Practice. Position Type: Full-Time | Startup Leadership Role | Partnership / Ownership Track We are seeking a motivated, entrepreneurial-minded Dentist to become the Founding Dentist for a new family and general dental practice launching in Southwest Houston. This is a ground-floor opportunity to help build a Medicaid-focused, high-volume practice from the pre-opening phase through full operations, with a clearly defined pathway to future partnership or equity for the right candidate. This role is ideal for a dentist who is comfortable with high-volume dentistry, interested in serving both adult and pediatric populations, and motivated to grow into ownership. Who This Role Is For:This opportunity is best suited for a dentist who ultimately wants to build and own, not just work as a long-term associate. The ideal candidate is excited by the idea of shaping a practice’s culture, systems, and growth, and is seeking a realistic path to meaningful ownership over time. What We Offer:Near-complete, turnkey dental suite (approx. 2,600 SF, multiple operatories)Buildout completion and equipment support availableStrong Medicaid and mixed-payer demographic areaCompetitive compensation once operations beginStructured profit participation and a performance-based pathway to equity or partnershipOne of the simplest and lowest-barrier paths to practice ownership or partnership, without the typical upfront capital investment required for startups or acquisitionsOpportunity to transition from founding clinician to long-term partnerStrategic and operational support from ownershipSingle-location opportunity with long-term growth potentialPre-Opening Involvement:Begin Medicaid and insurance credentialingProvide input on equipment selection and operatory layoutAssist with workflow planning and clinical protocolsParticipate in staff hiring and onboardingHelp prepare for a successful grand openingClinical Responsibilities (Post-Opening):Provide high-quality general dentistry to adult and pediatric patientsDiagnose and treatment plan in a fast-paced, patient-centered environmentPerform routine restorative, preventive, and basic surgical proceduresSupervise and collaborate with clinical staffMaintain high standards of patient care and documentationQualifications:DDS or DMD from an accredited dental schoolActive Texas dental license (or in process)Comfortable providing general dentistry to adult and pediatric patients (or willing to learn)Comfortable with or interested in Medicaid dentistryStrong work ethic and growth mindsetEntrepreneurial and ownership-oriented mentalityCompensation:Competitive base or production-based compensation once operationalAdditional upside through structured profit participation and a performance-based pathway to equity or partnershipHow to Apply:Please submit your CV/resume and a brief note describing your interest in a startup/partnership opportunity. About Smile Center of Houston:A healthy and confident smile can profoundly impact our patients' lives, and we are dedicated to making your experience as fulfilling as possible. Whether patients visit us for preventive care or emergency dentistry, our dental office provides clinical excellence, state-of-the-art treatments, and a comfortable environment.We are seeking skilled and detail-oriented Dental Technicians to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidates will be responsible for fabricating, altering, and repairing dental devices such as dentures, crowns, bridges, inlays, and orthodontic appliances. This role requires precision, creativity, and a strong understanding of dental anatomy and materials.