Community Dentist: Transform Oral Health

Indian Health Service; Ponemah (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service in the United States is seeking a Dentist to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered dental care and manage complex cases within a multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on advancing health equity and improving community well-being through high-quality clinical services.

Applicants must comply with federal immunization policies, background investigations, and security requirements. Selection may involve service obligations and potential relocation incentives.

Qualifications

• Experience providing restorative, pediatric, endodontic, prosthodontic and surgical dental care.
• Ability to assess and manage complex dental conditions and coordinate care with medical providers.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive dental care, including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative procedures, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and emergency dental services.
• Independently evaluates and manages complex dental conditions, coordinating care with medical providers for medically complex patients.
• Delivers patient education and preventive care, explaining options, risks, and post-treatment care while addressing diverse cultural and socioeconomic needs.
• Provides consultation and guidance to healthcare providers and dental staff on dental health issues and their impact on overall health.
• Maintains clinical records, participates in quality improvement and infection control activities, and supports program operations and committees.

Job description

Indian Health Service in the United States is seeking a Dentist to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered dental care and manage complex cases within a multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on advancing health equity and improving community well-being through high-quality clinical services.

Applicants must comply with federal immunization policies, background investigations, and security requirements. Selection may involve service obligations and potential relocation incentives.