Job Title:
Associate Dentist - Upper Peninsula, Michigan
Company: Elevate Healthcare Consultants
Location: Escanaba, MI
Created: 2026-04-07
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Associate Dentist - Upper Peninsula, Michigan Fee-for-Service High Demand $300K+ PotentialAn exceptional opportunity is available for an Associate Dentist to join a thriving, solo private practice in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. This practice is the only dental office within approximately 50 miles, resulting in extremely high patient demand, strong production, and outstanding collections. The environment is community-focused, non-corporate, and built on long-term patient relationships and clinical integrity. Practice Highlights Established private practice (opened late 2025)Only dental provider in the area with consistent patient overflowAveraging 4 new patients per dayFee-for-service only (no Medicaid, no insurance networks)Patients routinely travel 1+ hour for careStrong collections:80-90% collected at time of serviceMinimal accounts receivableOver $500K in revenue generated in the past 3 months Facility & Technology 4 operatories (2 doctor, 2 hygiene)Fully staffed support teamModern technology including:Digital sensorsIntraoral scanner (lab-integrated)CBCT (primarily for implants)Cloud-based practice management softwareExcellent lab relationship with very low remake rates Associate Dentist Role This position is ideal for a dentist who enjoys bread-and-butter dentistry and values strong patient relationships.Clinical Scope Includes:Restorative dentistry (fillings, crowns, bridges)Simple extractionsHygiene checksEmergency careNo requirement for advanced procedures. Complex cases, implants, and dentures are handled by the owner. A structured and supportive ramp-up period will be provided to ensure long-term success.Ideal Candidate Traits:Friendly and approachableCoachable and team-orientedStrong chairside mannerComfortable with general dentistry fundamentals Schedule 4.5 days per weekMonday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMFriday: Half-dayOne-hour lunch break dailyOpportunity to expand to a full 5-day schedule Compensation Guaranteed hourly rate: $150/hourTransition to production-based compensation when ready:32% of collectionsEarning potential:Target first-year income: $300KExperienced dentists can produce $1.4M+ annuallyStrong, fast collections with no insurance delays Bonuses & Relocation Sign-on bonus: $15,000 (flexible)Relocation assistance: $5,000 (reimbursement-based)Very low cost of living with affordable housing options Benefits Simple IRA with 3% employer matchContinuing education supportAdvanced CE opportunities fully funded after approximately 6 monthsAutonomy-focused private practice environmentEmphasis on quality of care over production speedLook forward to hearing from you!Greg BurrisElevate Healthcare Consultants Direct: Cell: Clink link to: Schedule a 30-Minute Call