The Associate Dentist will provide care within a busy, well-established practice serving approximately 5,600 active patients with strong monthly new patient growth. Responsibilities include building long-term patient relationships and expanding clinical skills within a supportive, modern digital environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be motivated, patient-focused dentists eager to collaborate and grow their clinical scope, suitable for both new graduates seeking mentorship and experienced providers. Required qualifications include graduation from an accredited DDS/DMD program or NDEB Equivalency, provincial registration, and valid CPR certification, with all applicants needing to be domiciled in Canada.
Full-Time | New Grads Welcome | Busy From Day One About Highland Dental Some practices are busy.
Some are trusted.
Very few are both.
You won’t be building from scratch.
You’re stepping into established momentum.
Highland Dental Centre is a long-standing, highly respected practice in New Glasgow where the demand is real.
Highland Dental has a very strong patient demand, the team is consistently booked 5+ months in advance.
This is a full-time opportunity to step into immediate production, a loyal generational patient base, and a clinic that has been doing things the right way for over 30 years.
Leadership and Growth with Dr.
Luke Austin Dr.
Luke Austin leads with a style that’s rare — approachable, collaborative, and genuinely invested in the people around him.
Learn more about Luke here.
This is not top-down mentorship.
It’s side-by-side.
You’ll have the opportunity to learn through real cases, open conversations, and a practice environment where questions are encouraged and growth is expected.
Whether you're a new grad or early in your career, this is the kind of mentorship that builds confidence quickly and sustainably.
The Practice Environment & Clinical Growth Strong systems, experienced team support, and a pace that reflects its demand.
You’re be supported by an established and dedicated hygiene, assisting and administrative team in a setting that’s organized, and built for comprehensive care.
A true general practice with room to expand.
Digital workflows, modern imaging, implant systems, and sedation support give you the ability to grow your scope without friction.
Additional Advantage This role qualifies for the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program — a meaningful financial incentive, of up to $60,000 in loan forgiveness for dentists choosing to build their careers in communities like Pictou County.
About New Glasgow & Pictou County Pictou County offers something most markets can’t: space, affordability, and a pace that actually lets you enjoy your work.
Think great local restaurants, coastal trails, beaches, golf, and a community that shows up for each other.
Benefits
Associate Development Program
Ortho Acceleration Program
Align Partnership
Implant Program
Network of Experienced Dental Professionals
Path to Partnership
Priority access to free in-person learning & webinars
Discounted rates on courses
Access to Study Clubs and online professional communities
Customized training for implant placement and restoration
Building a life in Pictou County is an intentional way to truly create impact and community.
Learn more about Pictou County.
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.
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.
Our purpose is to provide the best care for our patients.
We empower our people and our practices with resources and technology to deliver exceptional care and patient outcomes.
We are the future of dentistry: a network-driven, entrepreneurial approach with the knowledge, scale and cutting-edge technology to transform healthcare in Canada.
