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Associate Dentist – Upper Ottawa Dental (Hamilton, ON)

Established patient base, advanced treatment opportunities, and growth potential in a trusted community practice

Upper Ottawa Dental is seeking a skilled and patient-centered Associate Dentist to join our well-established family practice in Hamilton. If you are comfortable with advanced treatments including Endodontics, Extractions and Implants, this role offers immediate access to a steady schedule, the ability to expand hours over time, and strong internal referrals from an experienced team of providers. With a long-standing reputation in the community and a loyal, multi-generational patient base, this is an excellent opportunity for a confident clinician looking to practice with autonomy in a supportive environment.

Schedule

• Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (alternate)
  (Saturday is a growth day with the opportunity to expand hours in the future)
• Opportunity to add days/hours

Practice Snapshot

• 5 operatories | 1–2 chairs for Associate (Thursdays), 2 chairs (Saturdays)
• 3 hygienists (1 working on Thursdays and Saturdays)
• Fully staffed clinical and administrative team
• PMS: Cleardent | Technology: iTero Scanner, Digital X-rays | Paperless
• Located in a renovated century home – modern, bright, and welcoming atmosphere
• Payment model: Non-assignment office
   

Clinical Scope & Growth Opportunities

• Bread & Butter Dentistry
• Fixed Prosthodontics (Crown & Bridge)
• Basic Endodontics
• Basic Oral Surgery (extractions)

Opportunity for growth in the practice that is currently being referred out

• Removable Prosthodontics
• Implant Dentistry (placement and restoration)
• Advanced procedures (endo, surgical extractions, implants)
• Capture in-house referrals from two established Associates across a wide range of treatments

Why Join Upper Ottawa Dental?

• Busy, well-managed office with immediate access to a full schedule
• Established reputation serving the Hamilton community since the 1970s
• Opportunity to expand clinical hours and treatment mix
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment with strong administrative support
• Excellent patient base—predominantly adult and senior demographic
• Balanced billing for CDCP and straightforward payment model (no collection issues)
• Modernized facility with warm, family-friendly feel

Ideal Candidate

• General Dentist with 3+ years of clinical experience
• Confident communicator, fluent in English, and comfortable treating a mature patient population
• Competent in restorative, endodontics, and oral surgery; implant experience an asset
• Patient-focused, reliable, and adaptable to a fast-paced schedule
• Open to internationally trained dentists with proven clinical experience

About Upper Ottawa Dental:
Serving the Hamilton community for over 50 years, Upper Ottawa Dental is a family-oriented, community-focused practice known for its long-standing relationships and quality patient care. Our modern, recently renovated clinic offers a comfortable and welcoming environment where clinical excellence and patient trust come first.

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.