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New dental school graduates often get overwhelmed looking for an associateship. Hearing about the high rate of associateships failing for one reason or another can make the process even more stressful. It doesn’t have to be that way; finding a dental associateship should feel like an exciting new beginning! Here are our top tips for finding the right associateship for you.
Network as Much as Possible
In and out of school, you should be networking within the dental industry as much as possible. While it may feel unnatural at first, many opportunities begin as a simple introduction at a seminar, trade show, or other industry event.
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Make Sure the Practice Is Prepared for a New Associate
Many of the dental associateships that don’t work out can be attributed to the practice being unprepared for hiring a new associate. Before you sign on, check to see how many patients they currently have, how many appointments you would have in a typical week, and stop by to make sure you fit in well with the rest of the staff.
Stay Flexible
Keep an open mind when it comes to locations and the types of practices you’re looking for. You may find the perfect associateship in a place you wouldn’t have considered otherwise. Limiting yourself early in your career makes it much more difficult to advance quickly.
SS White Dental: Maximize Your Potential
At SS White Dental we’re passionate about innovation, and the dental industry. We create products that optimize your workflow, improve patient outcomes, and increase practice growth. We are here to support you, which is why we offer FREE new grad kits, and our staff and distributors are always excited to help you find exactly what you need, so you can advance further in your career, faster. Contact us today to find out more!