Community Health Dentist — Impactful Public Care

The Indian Health Service; Polacca (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service seeks a Dentist to provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care to American Indian communities. You will manage complex cases, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to health equity.

The role emphasizes clinical expertise across exams, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative and surgical services, with emphasis on education and preventive care. Applicants must meet federal requirements including licensure and background checks; relocation

Qualifications

• Dental degree (DDS or DMD) and licensure to practice dentistry.
• Experience providing comprehensive dental care and managing diverse patient populations is preferred.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment and prioritize patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental care, including exams, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery and emergency services.
• Independently evaluate and manage complex dental conditions and coordinate care with medical providers.
• Deliver patient education and preventive care, ensuring understanding of options, risks and post-treatment care.

Education

DDS or DMD

Job description

The Indian Health Service seeks a Dentist to provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care to American Indian communities. You will manage complex cases, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to health equity.

The role emphasizes clinical expertise across exams, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative and surgical services, with emphasis on education and preventive care. Applicants must meet federal requirements including licensure and background checks; relocation