Dentist Family Clinic

Prairie Band Health Services; Ogema (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent work-life balance

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A community health organization in Ogema, Minnesota is seeking a Contract Dentist to deliver comprehensive family dental care. The position offers a full-time contract with a supportive environment, focusing on American Indian and Alaska Native patients. The ideal candidate will have a DDS or DMD, experience in family dentistry, and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. Competitive compensation and a work-life balance are provided. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical dental experience.
• Current, active dental license from a U.S. state.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be a U.S. citizen living in the USA.
• Ability to obtain Federal Security Clearance prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive family dental care to all ages.
• Diagnose and treat dental conditions.
• Perform preventive and restorative procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate patients on oral health and hygiene.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal abilities

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Collaboration with multidisciplinary team

Proficiency in electronic health record systems

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Summary

Looking for a meaningful contract dental role where your skills directly support a mission‑driven community? Work with Prairie Band Health Services, Indian Health Service and White Earth Health Center in White Earth, MN.

We are seeking an experienced Contract Dentist for a full‑time locum contract opportunity within the IHS outpatient dental clinic. This position offers the opportunity to serve American Indian and Alaska Native patients in a collaborative, patient‑focused clinical setting.

Learn more about the facility here: https://www.ihs.gov/Bemidji/healthcarefacilities/whiteearth/

This is an excellent opportunity for a provider who values quality care, cultural awareness, and work‑life balance while practicing comprehensive family dentistry.

Contract Details

• Long‑term Contract 12 months, with Extension Possibilities
• Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• No Weekends | No Holidays | Day Shift Only
• Outpatient Dental Clinic, Family clinic, working with all ages
• 1099 Contract position
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent work‑life balance
• Supportive, mission‑driven work environment
• Opportunity to serve an underserved population

Position Overview

The Dentist will provide comprehensive family dental care to both adult and pediatric patients. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating dental conditions, performing preventive and restorative procedures, maintaining accurate patient records, and educating patients on oral health and hygiene practices. The provider will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, comprehensive patient care.

Requirements

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) required
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical dental experience
• Current, active, full, and unrestricted dental license from any U.S. state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or U.S. territory (any state license accepted)
• Ability to obtain and pass Federal Security Clearance prior to startLocum tenens experience preferred
• Previous IHS experience helpful but not required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a dentist after dental school. 2 years of fellowship can count as this experience.
• Minimum Education: DDS or DMD Degree from an Accredited Dental School Program, a doctorate is required
• Current certification in BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Applicants must have an active, unrestricted, and free of disciplinary action license as a Dentist in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a Territory of the United States.
• References must be submitted with the application
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to patient‑centered care
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule
• Must be a U.S. citizen, primarily living in the USA
• Must be willing to complete a federal background check
• Willingness to comply with all state and federal regulations regarding medical practice

Indian Preference Exercised

Please note that Prairie Band, LLC follows Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. This position is designated as a TIER 2, and we’ll give preference to individuals as required by Section 22‑2‑4(B).

We can’t wait to welcome you to our team and help make a difference in our community together!