Dentist

Indian Health Service; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service seeks a Dentist to provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care within American Indian communities. You will manage complex cases, perform restorative, endodontic, periodontic, prosthodontic, oral surgery, and emergency services while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to advance health equity. Requirements include U.S.

citizenship, NBDE completion, and a valid U.S. dental license.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Compliance with immunization policy for vaccine‑preventable diseases.
• Must pass a federal background investigation.
• Financial responsibility and good standing with creditors.
• REAL ID compliance required by May 7, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental care including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative procedures, and advanced dental services.
• Independently evaluate and manage complex dental conditions and coordinate care with medical providers.
• Deliver patient education and preventive care while addressing diverse cultural and socioeconomic needs.
• Provide consultation to healthcare providers and dental staff on dental health issues.
• Maintain clinical records, participate in quality improvement, infection control, and strategic planning.

Skills

Restorative dentistry

Pediatric dentistry

Endodontics

Periodontics

Prosthodontics

Oral surgery

Emergency dentistry

Clinical documentation

Education

DDS or DMD degree

NBDE completion

Current dental license (US state/DC/PR/territory)

Job description

Summary

Join the Indian Health Service and make a meaningful impact on the oral health of American Indian communities. As a Dentist, you will provide comprehensive, patient‑centered care, manage complex cases, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team while advancing health equity and improving community well‑being.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental care, including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative procedures, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and emergency dental services.
• Independently evaluate and manage complex dental conditions, adapting treatment approaches as needed and coordinating care with medical providers for patients with complex health or behavioral needs.
• Deliver patient education and preventive care services, ensuring patients understand treatment options, risks, and post‑treatment care while addressing diverse cultural and socioeconomic needs.
• Provide consultation and professional guidance to healthcare providers and dental staff regarding dental health issues and their impact on overall patient health.
• Maintain clinical records, participate in quality improvement and infection control activities, support program operations, and contribute to clinical committees and strategic planning initiatives.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Exposures to vaccine‑preventable diseases require compliance with the Indian Health Service Employee Immunization Policy. Vaccine exemptions may be available per policy and facility guidance.
• All candidates must pass a federal background investigation. Completion of the investigation is a condition of employment.
• Financial suitability is required. Candidates must demonstrate financial responsibility and maintain good standing with creditors unless exempt by policy.
• REAL ID compliance is required beginning May 7 2025 for all employees. State‑issued IDs or licenses must be REAL ID‑compliant.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from an ADA‑or‑CODA‑approved school.
• Successful completion of the National Board Dental Examination (NBDE) and possession of a current, full, and unrestricted dental license in a U.S. State, District of Columbia, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or U.S. territory.
• At least one year of full‑time experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, performing professional dentistry work for a GS‑12 level or above assignment.
• For GS‑12 (or equivalent) level, completion of a two‑year residency program in dentistry, oral health, craniofacial sciences, or related medical science, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in restorative, pediatric, periodontic, endodontic, prosthodontic, diagnostic, surgical, and preventive dental services, including complex and medically complex cases.
• Ability to stipulate clinical records, infection control, and quality improvement activities.

Benefits

As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to reward a federal career, including health, dental, disability, and retirement benefits. Eligibility for specific benefits depends on the position and work status.