Dental Careers in Halifax

Associate Dentist - Scotia Dental

💎 Deliver Comprehensive, Preventative Care in a Modern, High-Demand Practice – Scotia Dental, Halifax, NS💎

Scotia Dental is a well-established, forward-thinking dental practice located in the vibrant city of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Known for its holistic, preventative approach and highly collaborative environment, the clinic offers a unique opportunity to provide meaningful patient care backed by clinical freedom, advanced technology, and a strong support team.

We are seeking a Associate Dentist to join our team, with a flexible schedule, mentorship opportunities, and a growing, loyal patient base. Whether you're a new grad, internationally trained dentist, or seasoned professional, this is your chance to thrive in a practice where innovation, education, and patient empowerment take center stage.

Highlights of Our Practice:

✅ Established, Holistic Practice with High Patient Demand
• 7,000 active patients (1,000 assigned to this associate)
• 60+ new patients per month
• Consistently booked schedule
• 1 DDS chair daily (2 on Saturdays)
• 12 chairs total, all in use daily

✅ Technology & Equipment
• ABELDent Practice Management Software
• Digital X-rays & Pan/Ceph
• Videa Health AI Tools
• iTero Scanner, endo equipment, implant tools

✅ Strong Hygiene Program
• 6 hygiene chairs
• 7 Registered Dental Hygienists
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) support available

✅ Clinic Philosophy & Environment
• Preventative and holistic care model
• Focus on long-term patient relationships
• Strong online presence and community trust
• Patient education and empowerment are top priorities

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong communication skills
• Personable, inspiring, and confident
• GPR or clinical experience preferred, but open to new grads and internationally trained dentists
• Interest in technology and innovation in dentistry

Services Schedule:

• 4 days/week: Thursday–Saturday + Monday or Wednesday

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.