Associate Dentist Opportunity – Spearfish, South Dakota
A Growth-Oriented Role in a High-Trust Private Practice
Ivory Family Dentistry is seeking an associate dentist who is clinically capable, mentally agile, and driven by growth.
This is a privately owned practice built on long-term relationships, comprehensive diagnosis, and a commitment to continual improvement — both clinically and personally.
We are looking for a dentist who can think critically, pivot when needed, and operate with confidence in a dynamic clinical environment.
About the Practice
Ivory Family Dentistry is a modern, relationship-driven private practice in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
Our patients value comprehensive care, trust, and long-term partnership. We operate in a model that allows us to provide individualized, risk-based treatment while maintaining strong relationships, clinical efficiency, and momentum throughout the day.
Our clinical philosophy centers on precision dentistry and whole-person health. We emphasize:
Comprehensive, customized, risk-based diagnosis and disciplined treatment planning
Restorative and cosmetic excellence
Occlusion-aware dentistry
Oral-systemic health integration
Airway-conscious treatment planning
Collaborative and interdisciplinary care when appropriate
We believe dentistry requires both precision and adaptability — the ability to see the bigger picture while executing the details exceptionally well.
What Makes This Role Different
This position is designed for a dentist who:
Can adjust quickly when treatment plans evolve and think critically in changing situations
Is comfortable making clinical decisions in real time
Understands that dentistry requires both preparation and flexibility
Thrives in a team environment where communication is open, consistent, and collaborative
Values growth over ego
Clinical situations change. Schedules shift. Patients present new information unexpectedly.
The right candidate doesn’t become flustered — they refocus, recalibrate, and move forward confidently.
Clinical Expectations
We are seeking a doctor who demonstrates:
Strong foundational clinical skills
Ability to diagnose comprehensively and efficiently, with support and mentorship as needed
Comfort shifting gears when necessary
Confidence working within a team-based approach
Commitment to ongoing continuing education
A growth mindset — coachable, reflective, and always improving
This opportunity welcomes both experienced clinicians and growth-oriented doctors earlier in their careers. What matters most is capability, adaptability, and alignment with our culture and philosophy of care.
This is not a role for someone set in rigid systems or resistant to refinement.
It is for a dentist who wants to sharpen their craft and evolve over time.
Mentorship & Development
You will work alongside leadership that values:
Thoughtful treatment planning
Clear patient communication
High clinical standards
Accountability and self-evaluation
We believe growth is continuous.
Feedback is normal here.
Learning is expected.
Adaptability is respected.
Schedule & Long-Term Opportunity
This is designed as a long-term, growth-oriented position with a clear path toward increased responsibility and expanded clinical scope.
The schedule will be structured to support both practice growth and associate success, with the intention of building into a strong, consistent presence within the practice.
For the right associate, there is a defined pathway toward future partnership and ownership.
Life in Spearfish
Spearfish offers a strong sense of community, access to the outdoors, and a high quality of life.
It’s a place where professionals can build meaningful careers while maintaining balance and connection outside of work.
Ideal Candidate
Clinically confident but coachable
Agile thinker under pressure
Comfortable with both precision and pace
Growth-oriented and self-aware
Ethical, dependable, and team-driven
Seeking a long-term professional home
Not a Fit For
Clinicians resistant to feedback
Dentists uncomfortable adapting when plans change
Individuals seeking a static or routine-driven environment
Ivory Family Dentistry is not looking for someone to simply fill a schedule.
We are looking for a capable, adaptable dentist who wants to grow — and who understands that excellence in dentistry requires both discipline and flexibility.
For the right associate, this is an opportunity to build a meaningful career within a supportive, growth-focused private practice — with a clear path toward long-term partnership and ownership.