Dentist - Hospital

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks a dentist with CODA/CDCA credentials to deliver general dental services, including in the operating room, and to manage care for adult special needs patients in outpatient settings.

The role supports teaching in pre-doctoral/postgraduate education and may lead to Associate GPR Program Director responsibilities, requiring strong communication and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from CODA/CDCA accredited dental school.
• Certificate of completion from a CODA/CDCA approved GPR.
• Unrestricted State/Michigan dental license or eligibility.
• Eligibility for DEA licensing and CS license where required.
• BLS certification and ACLS eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Deliver general dental services in the operating room.
• Treat and manage adult special needs patients in outpatient settings.
• Potential to serve as Associate GPR Program Director.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Analytical thinking

Education

DDS or DMD from CODA/CDCA accredited dental school

GPR certificate from CODA/CDCA

Unrestricted Michigan dental license

Michigan Controlled Substance License eligibility

DEA licensing eligibility

BLS certification

Tools

Healthcare EMR

Job description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.
Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.
Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

• Graduate of a CODA/CDCA accredited dental school
• Successful completion of a hospital based General Practice Residency
• Recent experience in delivering general dental services in the OR
• Successful treatment and management of adult special needs patients in an outpatient setting
• Teaching experience in a pre-doctoral or postgraduate dental education preferred.
• Requires good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills as well as organizational skills, understanding of current medical and dental technology, and excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to react to crisis situations quickly and effectively using department protocols and guidelines
• Strong computer skills and experience with healthcare electronic medical records (EMR)
• Willingness to comply with all local, state, and federal laws regarding dental and medical treatment
• The ability and commitment to keep detailed records
• Potential to serve as Associate GPR Program Director

Qualifications

Certifications/Licensure

• DDS or DMD from a CODA/CDCA accredited dental school
• Certificate of completion from a CODA/CDCA approved GPR
• Unrestricted State/Provincial dental license with eligibility for a full State of Michigan dental license
• Eligibility for a State of Michigan Controlled Substance License
• Eligibility for DEA Licensing
• BLS certification and ACLS eligible