Dentist

Southside Community Health Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

HSA/FSA

Long-Term Disability

Employer-Paid STD

Kavira Membership

Wellness program

Generous PTO

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

Southside Community Health Services in Minneapolis seeks a Dentist to provide high-quality oral health care within a community clinic, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve access and outcomes.

This full-time role includes loan-forgiveness eligibility, a starting salary of $160,000 per year, and a comprehensive benefits package. Requires a DDS/DMD and Minnesota license; bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• DDS/DMD graduate with an accredited dental school
• Valid Minnesota license and DEA registration
• Current CPR certification
• Licenses and certifications in good standing
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality oral health care within licensure and clinical standards.
• Deliver patient-centered, integrated care through collaboration with the care team.
• Maintain patient schedules and complete clinical documentation, coding, and EHR tasks.
• Provide oral health education to patients and community groups.
• Support training and development of oral health team members and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Maintain licensure, certification, credentialing, and continuing education requirements.
• Participate in staff meetings, committees, and other organizational activities.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and adherence to SCHS policies.
• Perform other duties aligned with the scope of practice.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time-management

Professional judgment

Critical thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Relationship building

Flexibility

Professional development

Mission alignment

Education

DDS/DMD degree

Job description

Lead with Purpose: Become Our Next Dentist at SCHS!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Southside Community Health Services (SCHS) is a trusted nonprofit clinic in the heart of South Minneapolis, seeking a passionate and organized leader to join our mission-driven team. Guided by our commitment to improving health through exceptional care, barrier-free access, and the promotion of healthy lifestyles, we’re seeking a Dentist for our new clinic. This position is ELIGIBLE FOR STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS.

**This position is eligible for a $10,000 hiring bonus**

Why Work with Us?

• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization.
• Make a meaningful impact on patients and the community.
• Collaborate with a diverse and dedicated team.

About the Role

The Dentist prevents and maintains oral health of the community through a collaborative and patient-centered team-approach to healthcare. This role exists to provide dental services to patients within the DDS/DMD scope of Practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality oral health care within the scope of licensure and in accordance with clinical standards, best practices, and SCHS policies and procedures.
• Deliver patient-centered, integrated care through collaboration with other members of the care team and a commitment to reducing barriers to oral health services.
• Maintain an assigned patient schedule and complete clinical documentation, coding, EHR tasks, and other administrative responsibilities accurately and timely.
• Provide oral health education to patients and community groups as appropriate.
• Support the training, mentorship, and day-to-day development of oral health team members and participate in peer review and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain required licensure, certification, credentialing, and continuing education requirements.
• Participate in staff meetings, committees, and other organizational activities as needed.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, sound judgment, and adherence to SCHS clinical, operational, safety, and risk-management expectations.
• Perform other duties consistent with the role and scope of practice as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

Skills and Qualities:

• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Sound professional judgment, critical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to remain effective in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to build respectful, effective relationships with patients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing patient, team, and workload needs.
• Commitment to professional growth, continuous learning, and supporting the development of others.
• Commitment to Southside Community Health Services’ mission and values.

Experience and Requirements:

• DDS/DMD and graduate of an accredited school of dentistry.
• Valid and active Minnesota license and DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Licenses and certifications in good standing.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred; not required.

Position Details and Benefits

This is a full-time(1.0 FTE), salary, exempt position with pay starting at $160,000/annually. This position is ELIGIBLE FOR STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS

Benefits Include:

• Medical Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) plans.
• Dental, Vision, Accident and Legal Coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Long-Term Disability (LTD).
• Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability (STD), Life Insurance, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (ADD).
• Employer-paid Kavira Membership-Based Healthcare membership.
• Wellness benefits include an Employee Assistance Program, and Calm.
• Generous PTO program.
• ELIGIBLE FOR STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS

Join our team and enjoy a supportive work environment, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally!

This position operates in a professional dental clinic environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment.

• Ability to perform clinical and administrative duties that may require extended periods of sitting or standing, movement throughout the clinic, and occasional lifting or moving of items up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to use standard office equipment and clinical instruments and equipment necessary for oral health care.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients and team members and observe clinical information and patient cues necessary for safe and effective care.
• May occasionally assist patients with positioning or mobility and access supplies stored throughout the clinic.
• Requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) based on assigned duties and applicable safety standards.
• This is an on-site, patient-facing position requiring regular and reliable attendance and the ability to maintain assigned patient schedules and clinical coverage.

Join Our Mission-Driven Team

SCHS offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive, and rewarding environment where you can truly make a difference. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!

Southside Community Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation can be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.