Dentist

Indian Health Service; Naytahwaush (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Dentist to join their team at the Naytahwaush Health Center. This role involves performing comprehensive dental care for patients of all ages, managing complex cases, and maintaining meticulous documentation in electronic health records. The position requires a Doctor of Dental Medicine or Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from an accredited institution and a valid dental license. The ideal candidate will be committed to continuous education and patient care excellence. Join a dedicated team that values your expertise and offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have DMD or DDS from an accredited school.
• Current, unrestricted dental license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all facets of general dentistry on patients of all ages.
• Manage medically-compromised patients and consult as necessary.
• Document thoroughly in medical and dental electronic health records.

Skills

General Dentistry

Patient Management

Electronic Health Records

Performance Evaluation

Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

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Summary

This position is a Dentist located at the Naytahwaush Health Center in Naytahwaush, MN. The position reports to the Chief Dentist or Designee.

This is an Open Continuous Announcement; applications will be referred when vacancies occur.

Frequent travel to the White Earth Service unit to complete dental tasks may be required.

Duties

• Performs all facets of general dentistry on patients of all ages.
• Manages significantly medically-compromised patients, consulting with physicians and specialists as necessary.
• Performs thorough documentation in medical and dental electronic health records.
• Keeps abreast of current standards of care by attending in-person CDE courses annually and completing online trainings and webinars.
• Evaluates dental assistant's performance and provides real-time feedback; performs competencies and performance evaluations.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass pre-employment examination.
• Subject to a probationary period.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must have a viable bank account for direct deposit.
• Must not have been convicted of certain crimes related to contact with Indian children.
• Measles and Rubella immunization required for those born after 1957; seasonal influenza immunization required for all staff.
• COVID-19 vaccination required prior to entry on duty.
• Frequent travel to White Earth Service unit may be required.
• Must obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges.
• Successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.

Background Investigation

Pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation are required. Continued employment depends on the outcome of these checks.

Qualifications

This is an open continuous announcement; applications are accepted throughout the year and considered as vacancies occur. Your resume will be retained for three months.

To qualify, your experience and/or education must demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Basic Requirements

• Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from an accredited school.
• Passed the National Board Dental Examinations and hold a current, unrestricted dental license.

Experience

One or more full years of professional dentistry experience at the GS-12 level or above, involving evaluation, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral diseases.

Additional Requirements for GS-12

Completion of a 2-year residency or equivalent experience/training.

Education

Must submit transcripts or course list; only degrees from accredited institutions are credited.

Additional Information

• COVID-19 vaccination required or approved exemption.
• Additional selection may occur within 90 days.
• Federal benefits and leave accrue as per regulations.
• Promotion potential to GS-12; promotion at management's discretion.