Periodontist

Periodontist – Associate-to-Partner Opportunity Tucson, Arizona | 100% Fee-for-Service | 4-Day Clinical Week | Established Referral Base | Future Ownership Leave the Competition Behind. If you're an experienced Periodontist—or a newly trained specialist looking for the right place to build your career—you don't necessarily need another associate position. You need the right practice, the right market, and the right long-term opportunity A highly respected, established periodontal practice in Tucson, Arizona is seeking a full-time Periodontist to join the practice with a defined associate-to-partner opportunity The founder has spent more than two decades building an exceptional reputation and referral network and is now beginning to plan for retirement. This isn't simply an opening created by growth. It's a succession opportunity. For the right Periodontist, that means the opportunity to step into an established specialty practice with immediate patient demand, strong surgical volume, a loyal referral base, and a meaningful pathway toward ownership.? The Opportunity at a GlanceThis is not a start-from-scratch associate position. You'll be joining an established specialty practice reporting: Approximately $2 million in annual practice production Approximately $15,000 in current doctor production per clinical day 100% fee-for-service patient base Approximately 80% case acceptance Approximately 3-week wait for new patients Established, high-level GP referral network4.9-star Google reputation5 fully equipped operatories Planmeca CBCTDexis digital radiography Dentrix practice management softwareIV sedation capabilities Experienced clinical support team Low staff turnover Approximately 5-year average employee tenure Dedicated assistant support Monday–Thursday clinical schedule Associate-to-partner opportunity You can spend your time practicing periodontics—not trying to manufacture patient flow or build a referral network from zero. A Referral Base Built Over Decades One of the most difficult parts of building a successful periodontal practice is earning the trust of referring dentists. That work has already been done here. The practice has developed a high-level referral base of general dentists throughout the Tucson market, creating consistent specialty demand and a new-patient wait that currently extends approximately three weeks. The practice's reputation has been built around two simple principles: Quality and trust. The team takes pride in standing behind the quality of its work while treating patients like family. For an incoming Periodontist, that creates an uncommon opportunity to inherit relationships that normally take years—or decades—to develop. Practice Comprehensive Surgical Periodontics This is an opportunity for a clinician who wants to practice meaningful, comprehensive specialty dentistry. Current capabilities include: Periodontal surgery Dental implant placement Surgical extractions Bone grafting Sinus lifts Implant-related procedures Full-mouth rehabilitationIV sedation Complex interdisciplinary treatment planning The incoming Periodontist will have the opportunity to perform periodontal surgery, oral surgery, and implant dentistry within an established specialty environment. The practice is equipped with a Planmeca CBCT, digital radiography, surgical monitoring equipment, BioHorizons implant systems, and instrumentation and prosthetic kits supporting several additional implant systems. A third-party anesthesia provider is also available when appropriate. A Four-Day Clinical WeekBuild an exceptional specialty career without giving up your life outside the practice. The anticipated schedule is: Monday–Thursday Approximately 7:30 AM–5:00 PMRoutine Friday clinical hours are not currently part of the schedule. Evening and weekend coverage is generally limited to emergencies. For the right clinician, this provides the ability to build substantial production while maintaining a highly attractive four-day workweek. Experienced Team. Professional Culture. A great specialty practice is about more than the doctor. You'll be supported by an experienced team that currently includes:4 Dental Assistants1 Hygienist Dedicated assistant support Office Manager Front office support Regional operational support Staff turnover is described as low, with average employee tenure of approximately five years The culture is professional, patient-focused, and built around delivering high-quality care. Build Toward Ownership Most dental job advertisements mention "partnership potential."Far fewer opportunities are actually being built around succession. This one is. The current owner is actively planning for the long-term future of the practice and is seeking a Periodontist who may ultimately become an equity partner. The practice has identified a meaningful ownership pathway, with potential equity opportunities generally ranging from approximately 20%–40% depending on structure and circumstances Ownership valuation is based on an EBITDA multiple, providing a defined financial framework rather than an ambiguous future promise. The exact timing, ownership percentage, investment structure, and partnership terms will depend on mutual fit and the structure ultimately agreed upon. The goal is straightforward: Find the right Periodontist who can help carry the practice forward for the next generation.

Additional compensation and benefit details will be reviewed confidentially with qualified candidates. Why Tucson? If you're currently practicing in Phoenix, Las Vegas, Southern California, Albuquerque, El Paso, or another highly competitive specialty market, Tucson deserves serious consideration. Tucson provides the amenities of a major metropolitan area without many of the frustrations associated with larger Western cities. You'll find beautiful residential communities, outstanding outdoor recreation, a respected university, exceptional food and culture, and dramatically different lifestyle options within minutes of the city.