Dentist

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 193,000 - 236,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan (403(b) with employer/

Job summary

Ascension is hiring for a part-time pediatric dental clinician to join our mobile clinic in Milwaukee, WI. You will deliver examinations, cleanings, fillings, and extractions for school‑aged children, prioritizing comfort and positive early dental experiences.

You will also educate students and staff on preventive care, coordinate treatment plans with families, and support daily clinic operations, including scheduling and inventory. Wisconsin licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Wisconsin before start date or transfer date.
• DDS/DMD or medical-dental equivalent credentials required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive dental services to school-aged children in a mobile clinic.
• Examinations, cleanings, fillings, and extractions with patient comfort in mind.
• Educate students and staff on preventive oral health practices.
• Develop and coordinate treatment plans with families for follow-up care.
• Ensure smooth daily mobile clinic operations and inventory control.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

BLS certified

Education

DDS/DMD or MD/DO/OD

Wisconsin license/registration

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Facility: Seton Dental Clinic

Schedule: Part Time

Base salary: Hourly rate - $103.24 / hour

CME Allowance: $4,000 for full time / $2,000 for part time (.5 FTE and above)

Relocation Allowance: $10,000

Malpractice Coverage with Tail

This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Elevate Pediatric Clinical Care: Deliver comprehensive and compassionate dental servicesâincluding examinations, cleanings, fillings, and necessary extractionsâto school-aged children, prioritizing patient comfort and creating positive early dental experiences.
• Champion Preventive Oral Health: Act as a key educator, coaching students and school personnel on essential oral hygiene practices and instilling lifelong habits for preventive dental care.
• Drive Coordinated Treatment Plans: Develop detailed, ongoing treatment plans for students and actively coordinate with parents or guardians to facilitate follow-up appointments and ensure continuity of care.
• Ensure Mobile Clinic Excellence: Support the smooth, daily operation of our mobile dental clinic, assisting with efficient scheduling, managing equipment maintenance, and ensuring precise inventory control.
• Engage and Collaborate: Serve as an ambassador for oral health awareness, actively collaborating with school administrators, teachers, and local health groups to promote community-wide education. Flexibility to attend community events outside of normal hours on an as-needed basis is key to this outreach.
• Uphold Professional Standards: Maintain meticulous patient records and comprehensive documentation, rigorously implementing quality assurance measures to ensure all services meet the highest professional standards and legal compliance requirements.
• About the Facility / Mobile Dental Program
• The Ascension Seton Dental Urgent Care Clinics provide access to critical and urgent care dental services to those living in poverty. As part of Ascension Wisconsin's commitment to better meet the health needs of the communities we're privileged to serve.
• The mobile dental program is a mobile dental clinic and two portable dental chairs that provides urgent care dental services to children and adults in a community setting.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Dentist credentialed from the Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Optometry (OD) or Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) required.

No additional preferences.

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Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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