Dentist (4 Day Work Week) - Kim Health Center

University Physicians' Association, Inc. (UPA); Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dentist to join their team at Kim Health Center in Knoxville. This unique role offers a four-day work week, allowing you to focus on providing essential dental care to underserved communities. With a strong emphasis on public health, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying full benefits, including PTO and medical coverage. If you're passionate about service and want to escape corporate dentistry, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive team committed to improving lives through quality dental care.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Potential School Loan Repayment

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Immediate Vesting

Qualifications

• Licensed Dentist with a focus on public health.
• Experience in preventive and restorative dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive and restorative dental care to patients.
• Manage direct patient care and coordinate with dental staff.
• Participate in health promotion events for underserved populations.

Skills

Preventive Dentistry

Restorative Dentistry

Patient Care Management

Coordination with Dental Staff

Health Promotion

Education

DDS or DMD Degree

Job description

Dentist (4 Day Work Week) - Kim Health Center

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Job Description

University Physicians' Association, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time public health-focused licensed Dentist for Kim Health Center, a nonprofit serving the uninsured in Knoxville, TN.

Start Date: June 2025

Job Type: Full-Time, Four Day Work Week, based in Knoxville, TN

Salary commensurate with experience, plus signing bonus and potential school debt repayment through working for a 501c3.

Are you passionate about making a difference with your dental skills? Looking to escape corporate dentistry, nearing retirement and want fewer workdays, or seeking a fulfilling DDS role? Join nonprofits focused on underserved populations to achieve public health goals.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Preventive and restorative dentistry
• Providing and managing direct patient care
• Referring patients to specialists as needed
• Coordinating care with dental assistants and hygienists
• Occasional supervision of dental students or residents
• Participating in health promotion events such as mobile dental clinics
• Acting as an ambassador for clinic services to underserved populations

This is a unique opportunity to join a patient-centered team in Knoxville near the Smoky Mountains. If you are passionate about service and working with underserved populations, this role will allow you to significantly impact lives daily. Perks include a signing bonus and potential school loan repayment plans due to nonprofit employment.

Full benefits include PTO, Sick Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, 401k with company match and immediate vesting, among others.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare