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A quick guide to working as an associate

This advice gives an overview of working as a dental associate.

Overview

Working as a dental associate means taking on the responsibilities of a self-employed professional within a practice setting. This quick guide outlines the main considerations for self-employed associates, from how your business is structured to how you are paid for the services you provide. It also highlights common areas where misunderstandings can arise between associates and practice owners.

For members

Understanding Associate agreements

This resource provides an overview of worker vs non-worker contracts. It uses short video, templates and an interactive guide to contract clauses to help both practices and associates develop mutually-beneficial, compliant, commercial relationships.