Associate Dentist | $250K–$300K+ Earning Potential | $150K Guaranteed Base | Tiered % of Collections to 35% | Mentorship in Implants, Endo & Surgery | Partnership Path | 4-Day Week | Elkhart, IN (South Bend Area)

Springer Dental Care is a growing, multi-location private practice in the Elkhart and South Bend, Indiana region, built on clinical excellence, integrity, and leadership development. With a supportive team culture and an owner deeply committed to mentorship, we offer a genuinely growth-focused environment where dentists build confidence, expand their skills, and develop long-term careers.

Our team values humility, initiative, loyalty, emotional maturity, and a willingness to go the extra mile for patients and colleagues.

We’re looking for an Associate Dentist who wants mentorship, real growth, and a path to partnership.

Compensation & Benefits

• $250,000–$300,000+ earning potential
• $150,000 guaranteed base for the contract period
• Tiered percentage of collections, up to 35%
• CE allowance up to $3,000 (matched)
• Professional liability insurance covered
• Paid time off after one year

Schedule

• 4-day week: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Three-day weekends every week

The Opportunity

Join a rapidly expanding private practice with six locations and more on the way, where the growth of the practice becomes your opportunity. 
You’ll start with bread-and-butter dentistry, crown and bridge and removable prosthodontics, with structured pathways into advanced procedures as your goals and skills develop. It’s an ideal fit for a dentist who wants to sharpen clinical speed and confidence while building real leadership and business acumen.

This role is built around mentorship and a path to ownership:

• Direct mentorship from the owner across all aspects of dentistry, including endodontics, surgery, grafting, and implant placement
• A practice owner who mentors both the clinical and business sides of dentistry
• Monthly CPA-led business reviews so you understand how a practice actually performs
• A clear long-term vision, with the ability to grow into your own principal office
• A true 50:50 partnership opportunity as new locations open

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a licensed general dentist (or eligible in Indiana) who is:

• Coachable, hardworking, and committed to continuous improvement
• A clear communicator who builds strong relationships and takes initiative
• Emotionally mature and excited to grow with a team that values integrity and excellence
• Interested in the business of dentistry and a long-term path to partnership

Some prior experience is preferred, but a genuine passion for learning is essential.

Location Highlights

Elkhart, Indiana offers the best of Midwestern living, with a low cost of living, safe neighborhoods, and excellent schools, an ideal place for individuals and families alike.

• About 20 minutes to South Bend and the University of Notre Dame
• About 2 hours to both Chicago and Indianapolis
• Affordable housing and strong school systems
• Parks, lakes, dining, and weekend recreation nearby
• A stable, growing region with strong community roots and economic development

Elkhart is a welcoming, family-friendly place to build both a career and a life.

Why Join Springer Dental Care?

If you’re a motivated dentist who wants hands-on mentorship, a guaranteed base with strong upside, exposure to the business side of dentistry, and a real 50:50 path to partnership in a growing private group, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career while expanding your clinical capabilities.

Apply today to learn more about the practice, compensation structure, and opportunity.