Work on your terms.
Whether you're filling a chair for a day or finding the associateship that leads to ownership — these are the platforms that actually have traction, plus the honest math on each path.
The platforms that actually work
DentalPost ↗
The biggest dental-specific job board — perm + temp, plus the annual salary survey.
Cloud Dentistry ↗
Marketplace for temping — professionals set their own rates, no agency markup.
onDiem ↗
On-demand staffing with W-2 employment (benefits-eligible) rather than 1099.
GoTu ↗
Large temp marketplace (formerly TempMee) — strong hygienist coverage.
Stynt ↗
Credential-verified temp & permanent placement marketplace.
Indeed — Dental ↗
Blunt instrument, biggest volume. Set alerts, filter hard.
The Guild playbook
Temping is a scouting mission
The smartest use of temping isn't income — it's seeing 20 practices from the inside before you buy one. You'll learn what good systems feel like, which neighborhoods are busy, and occasionally meet a seller before their practice ever lists.
Associate comp, decoded
Standard is the greater of a daily guarantee or ~28–32% of collections (not production — the difference matters). Watch for: who pays lab fees (it should be deducted before your % or split), non-competes that block your future purchase radius, and 'ownership track' promises with no written terms.
Hiring? Move fast and sell the job
In the current market, assistants and hygienists field multiple offers in days. Post everywhere at once, respond same-day, interview within 48 hours, and lead with schedule + culture, not just pay. Your benchmark: staff cost 25–28% of collections.