Finding an Associateship
Looking for your first job after graduating from dental school or looking to make a change in your current situation? Finding the right associateship takes time and experience. Do you want to work for corporate or are you interested in exploring private practice? Do you want something with the potential for ownership down the road? Does having a mentor appeal to you? We spend the time to get to know each and every one of our associate candidates to make sure they understand what their options are and are able to make the right decision. We work hard to find them the positions that will help them reach their goals and provide for a gratifying career.
When working with BridgeWay, you will start off by speaking with an Associate Placement Specialist. They will learn about you, your situation, and what you are looking to achieve. We will then gather the necessary information that we will need in order to match you with the right opportunity. Once we have that information, we will set up another time to talk you through the opportunities that we have that might work for you. From there we will schedule interviews and work with you and the host to help you land that dream job. We will be hands on and present from this point until you begin working in your new associateship.
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Justin was wonderful to work with during the process of finding an associate position! He checked in on me at every step of the process and offered help whenever I needed it. He really listened and helped find the right practice for me. I highly recommend the services of Bridgeway Practice Transitions and Justin!
Working with Justin at BridgeWay to find an associate opportunity was a great experience! He is committed to finding the perfect fit for his clients. He responds quickly and streamlines communication to make it easy and efficient. I would recommend working with Justin to anyone looking for associate placement!
I recently had the pleasure of working with Ben Stewart at BridgeWay, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. Ben was incredibly responsive and proactive throughout the entire process. He took the time to understand exactly what kind of dental office would be a perfect fit for me, and his insights were spot on. His professionalism and ease to work with made the entire transaction smooth. I highly recommend Ben at BridgeWay for anyone looking for a dental office and will definitely be working with him in the future.
Searching for an associateship from out of state was difficult, until I found Bridgeway Practice Transitions. BridgeWay made the process of joining a practice seamless and successful. Christina Pollick connected me with a practice that met all of my criteria. She followed up frequently and supported me throughout the process to ensure that I was walking into an associateship in which I felt comfortable and welcome. I am now a month into my associateship with wonderful patients and talented staff. I would recommend BridgeWay to anyone searching for an associate position!
I had a great experience working with Kimberly and BridgeWay! She is genuine, hard working, and efficient. I was new to the dental job search process, and she patiently navigated me through it, always checking in to see if she can help in any way. Whenever I needed something from her, she was quick to respond and set up meetings in a timely manner. Kimberly goes above and beyond in the associate placement process. I really appreciate everything she has done for me and am so excited to start my new associateship!
As a new graduate, I was very nervous about the process of finding my first dental job. BridgeWay and Justin made this process a breeze! They knew where I wanted to practice and the type of practice I wanted to join. Justin did a phenomenal job of putting me in contact with, and staying in contact with potential employers! Justin went above and beyond for me at every step of the process! I would highly recommend working with him!
Working with Justin at BridgeWay made my path to finding an associate position very easy. I felt like I had someone in my corner helping me through a career switch and it paid off with finding the best match for my needs and wants.
I am very pleased to have come across BridgeWay in my search for an associateship. Justin provided me with many great opportunities based on what I was looking for. He kept me well-informed, and I never felt pressured when discussing opportunities. Justin had great communication and was always there to offer support or answer questions throughout the process. I would certainly recommend BridgeWay to anyone looking for an associateship.
Working with BridgeWay made my move to Georgia so much easier. They listened to my concerns and my desires about a future associateship, and gave me multiple options of offices that they believed would be a good fit. Once I had chosen the office that I am currently in, they were always willing to help facilitate the conversation between my future employers and myself. I am very grateful for all of their help and would recommend BridgeWay to any dentist in the future.
Working with Maggie at BridgeWay streamlined my search for an associateship. The questionnaires were helpful in learning more about practice opportunities and allowing owners to learn more about me. Maggie followed up at appropriate times throughout the process and helped with communication between me and the owners. In the end, we found a new position that appears to be a great fit, and I am excited to start working in my new city!
When I began searching for a new dental home after 12 years in practice, I had an idea of what I was looking for, but the online job sites had generic postings or listings that I knew I wasn’t interested in at this point in my career. When I received an email from BridgeWay with associate positions in and around my area, I reached out to Maggie Barker. Maggie gathered information about what type of practice I was looking for so she could send me specific practices that BridgeWay felt would be a good fit. This led to me being able to quickly narrow down the list and find an associateship position that matched my career goals with the goals of the practice I would soon join. Thank you, Maggie!
During my last year of dental school, I started actively searching for an associateship. I knew that I wanted to stay local to Pitt County, that I wanted to find a place where I could continue to learn and grow as a professional, and where I could be part of a strong team. I was not sure where to start so I began doing some research about potential associateships in the area, which led me to BridgeWay. They went above and beyond to find my perfect associateship. The process went smoothly from start to finish and they were always there to answer any questions that I had. I would highly recommend BridgeWay to anyone looking for a dental associateship!
As a recent graduate with little experience and a full-time work schedule, I thought there was no way I could search for a new job with any success. A friend of mine loves the job she found through BridgeWay, so I sent an email to Justin and had an interview with my dream practice in no time. I start there in a few weeks! So many recruiters feel desperate to plug people in places, but Justin seemed genuinely invested in finding the right fit for me. I didn’t think I’d have an opportunity like this for years, if ever. I am so incredibly grateful to Justin and BridgeWay!
Working with Justin was phenomenal! He listened to what I was looking for and efficiently matched me with offices that were a great fit. It was nice having a sounding board in him on this journey. I would recommend his services to anyone!
I have, in my professional life, worked with many dental placement agencies, but this is the best and the most memorable one. Except for Bridgeway, I always felt rushed to take a position even if it was not a right fit for me and the employer. However, working with BridgeWay, I felt that they care about it being the best situation for the future employer and employee. Thanks again for listening to many hours of my demands, concerns, and fears.
As a dentist seeking an associateship, Justin helped me to find a position that is a great fit! What sets the team at BridgeWay apart is that they go above and beyond to understand the people behind these decisions and, most importantly, bring people together who share similar values. It was a pleasure working with you and I will certainly refer colleagues to you in the future. Thanks again!
Within my first year of practice, I had already experienced two separate associateships. Unhappy with the previous experiences, I continued to interview and shadow at various offices throughout the metro Atlanta region. I must have visited at least 20 different dental offices prior to connecting with Christina and BridgeWay Transitions! When working with Christina, she was caring, thorough, and walked me through every step of the associate placement process. After a short period, Christina managed to link me with an incredible practice I can see myself in for the long-term. I would whole-heartedly recommend the excellent services Christina and BridgeWay have to offer for associates searching for quality practices.
I am so happy that I came in contact with BridgeWay. Working with Justin has been an amazing experience! He was always willing and ready to send me new opportunities that aligned with what I was looking for. He was very professional at arranging meetings and then following up on them. Justin always wanted what was best for me and never pressured me into taking a position I didn’t want. I don’t think I would have ever found the fantastic associateship position I did if it wasn’t for Justin!
I would like to start off by saying thank you for all your help, Justin Lien and team BridgeWay. Justin made the process of finding a new practice to work for so much easier. He was continually checking on me to see how the interview and contract process was going. They even offered to help me with the contract negotiation. Justin is an amazing and very helpful guy to work with. I highly recommend them to associate trying to find a new opportunity. You will not regret it.
Justin Lien with BridgeWay Practice Transitions does a fantastic job in aiding with discovering new associate dentist positions all around the area. He was always so easy to talk to about any questions or concerns that I had and was very eager to help. Justin is very passionate about his job and works very hard to make the process as smooth as possible for everyone involved. Finding an associate position as a new graduate can seem like a very daunting task at times but Justin made the process as simple as it could be. From sending out new job listings, to setting up initial phone conversations, and helping with contract negotiations; Justin will be sure that he puts you in a great position to succeed.
Working with Justin to find an associateship has been a great experience. He is personable, great at answering your questions, replies quickly to any forms of communication, doesn’t put pressure on you, and just really doesn’t waste any of your time. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Justin multiple times and it’s an easy choice every time.
The BridgeWay Practice Transitions team is great! I had the pleasure of working with Justin to find a new associate opportunity. From our first phone call, I knew he understood what I was looking for and was able to send me several job opportunities right away. He was very helpful, professional, and efficient. He’s responsive via email and checked in on me frequently. I appreciate him so much, as I have found an exciting opportunity through BridgeWay!
I have truly enjoyed working with BridgeWay and Scott in exploring associateship opportunities. The experience was well-organized and smooth. I would definitely recommend!
When I was looking for practices in the area I was interested in living in, BridgeWay had a lot of possibilities. Jennifer helped me navigate the practices that were right for me. She also helped me set up the interview with the practice I really wanted to join. The practice was just what I was looking for: a successful, smaller practice that used up-to-date technology and put the patient’s needs first. I am so thankful for everyone at BridgeWay!
Justin made finding my ideal practice a breeze. I highly recommend Justin and the entire BridgeWay team. They make the entire process seamless with a no pressure approach. Thanks again for everything! You rock!
I really enjoyed working with Justin from BridgeWay. He explained everything in detail. He made sure that all my questions were answered. He also explained some of the points in my contract. Everything went smoothly. I really appreciate all your help.
Jessica was so easy to work with. From the first call, she was very friendly and listened to my requests. She found me options that fit well with what I wanted and I found a perfect fit! There was no stress involved. I highly recommend BridgeWay!
Working with BridgeWay has been a wonderful experience. Justin is so kind and knowledgeable! He does an amazing job gathering pertinent information and answering questions promptly! He’s made the experience of finding an associateship seamless. Cannot recommend BridgeWay and Justin enough!
BridgeWay Transitions did a great job finding me a new associateship. I really enjoyed working with Justin. He was very attentive and periodically checked in to see how things were going and if I needed any help. Thanks again Justin for all your help!
As someone looking for a first-time associateship, working with Justin at BridgeWay made finding a place easy. Justin did everything for me and made the decision process smooth. I had lots of options and never had to worry about a single step. He made sure I was well-matched and in a place of my liking. I didn’t know much about the process but everything was explained and laid out for me clearly. The response time was incredible and he would answer at any time of day. Conversations and explanations were always thorough and he was very patient with my many concerns and questions. I will continue to recommend BridgeWay to anyone looking for a new position.
I had the pleasure of working with Justin during my search for an associate dentist position. Justin made the daunting task of finding the perfect practice, in an unfamiliar and new location, much less stressful. He listened to my concerns and was very helpful in connecting me with a practice that was a good fit. He was always very professional and easy to work with throughout the process. Justin was also very attentive and receptive to my questions and concerns. I would not hesitate to recommend and work with him and BridgeWay in the future.
Justin’s efficiency at BridgeWay is unmatched when it comes to finding the perfect fit for dental associateships. He meticulously assesses the needs of both the dental professionals and the practices, ensuring a seamless match. His streamlined approach minimizes the time taken to identify the ideal associateship, saving valuable resources for all parties involved. Thank you Justin and BridgeWay for making the entire process efficient in finding the ideal practice that aligned with my career goals. I would highly recommend reaching out to Justin and the team at BridgeWay!
Working with Justin was stress-free and easy! He really took the time to learn about what I was looking for in an associateship and then tailored his options for me in order to meet those needs. He was very professional and always there for any questions I had throughout the process. I would recommend BridgeWay Practice Transitions and their team to any of my peers!
Working with Jessica at BridgeWay was a blessing!! I am very grateful for the time she took to search for an office that fit my criteria, and in a promptly manner as well. She did an amazing job matching me with an office that aligns with my philosophy and even personality! If you are looking for a customized experience to help you find your next Associateship, ask for Jessica and let her work some magic for you!
BridgeWay made the career search so smooth. Justin was quick to communicate and offered multiple great opportunities. Highly recommend!
I had a great experience working with Christina and her team. They did a great job in connecting me with the doctor and making sure its a good fit for me. They kept me in the loop throughout the process and even checked in with me periodically after their job was done. 5-star rating.
Justin has been a wonderful asset in my transition between associateships. He was friendly, thorough and extremely helpful. I appreciated his efforts, as I have found a wonderful opportunity through him. I would not hesitate to trust him or his BridgeWay team. Thank you so much!
I had an amazing experience working with Justin at BridgeWay, he opened up opportunities that I wouldn’t have been able to find without his help. He was very understanding and always available to answer any questions I had. He made sure to find me the best fit for what I was looking for. I would definitely recommend working with BridgeWay!
I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Kimberly from BridgeWay. She took all my concerns into consideration when looking for the right practice for me. She was also very caring, flexible, and transparent at every step of the process. I would highly recommend Kimberly and BridgeWay Associate Placement!
I couldn’t have asked for a better experience with BridgeWay! They were so attentive to my needs and truly made my experience, looking for my first associate position, so smooth! I never had to hesitate to reach out to them, they were always so prompt and professional when I needed advice or assistance with something. BridgeWay has made it possible for me to transition from dental school to associateship so easily, and I am sincerely so excited for this placement and my future career in dentistry!
I appreciate the more in-depth questionnaire BridgeWay utilizes in their matching services. When I interviewed at the practice that I eventually accepted my associate position with, they mentioned that my answer to the ‘Practice Philosophy’ section of the questionnaire was what drew their attention to my application. I had been interviewing for various positions for over a year and had turned down several job offers due to a lack of fit in this exact criterion: shared philosophy of caring for patients. I am not sure I would have found the practice I am so happy to be at now without this particular connection BridgeWay takes into account in their process.
Justin at BridgeWay Practice Transitions could not have made my job search any easier. On day one he had me complete an associate profile which had me disclose exactly what I was looking for in an office. A few days later Justin lined up two phone interviews with actual practice owners. A few weeks after that a contract was negotiated and signed. I could not be happier with my experience with BridgeWay.
Christina and BridgeWay Transitions did a fantastic job helping me, as an associate dentist, find a new practice to work at. She was continually following up to see how the interview process was going, and made sure I was happy with my transition after my first week. I would recommend them to any associate trying to find a new opportunity without any hesitation.
I am grateful to have found BridgeWay while searching for my ideal long-term office. Scott Hess did a wonderful job presenting quality options that fit my long term professional and personal goals. I highly recommend working with them.