Dentist(Part-time)

Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc

Hattiesburg (MS)

On-site

USD 155,000 - 198,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Jobley Bonus

Job summary

Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc seeks a licensed dentist to lead comprehensive dental care in a community health setting in Hattiesburg, MS. You will provide preventive and restorative treatments and supervise dental staff under the CEO's direction.

The role requires a DDS/DMD, Mississippi license, and 3+ years in community health dentistry, with initial hours Monday–Friday and a pay range based on experience.

Qualifications

Licensed dentist with DDS or DMD.
Mississippi dental license with unrestricted privileges.
BLS certification required.
3+ years of experience in community health dentistry.

Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose and treat dental conditions for patients of all ages.
Provide preventive and restorative care per community health standards.
Supervise dental assistants and coordinate with local specialists.

Skills

Strong communication

Clinical leadership

Patient care

Education

DDS or DMD

Graduate from an approved School of Dentistry

Mississippi dental license

BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Provide comprehensive general dental care and lead clinic operations in Hattiesburg, MS.

Provide Quality Community Dental Care

Deliver preventive and restorative dental treatments to patients of all ages within a dedicated community health setting.
Collaborative Clinical Leadership
Supervise dental assistants, coordinate with local specialists and community resources, and report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
Professional and Focused Environment
Maintain comprehensive electronic medical records, uphold strict healthcare standards, and actively participate in performance improvement initiatives.

Pay

$155,000 - $198,000 per year

Pay is based on experience and administrative standards.

Shift & Schedule

Monday to Friday

Administrative hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Requirements

License & Certification: Licensed dentist
Years of Professional Experience: Experienced Dentist with 3+ years of practice

Education: Graduate from an approved School of Dentistry with a doctoral degree (DDS or DMD).

Licensure: Valid Mississippi dental license with unrestricted privileges under Controlled Substances status.

Experience: At least 3 years of experience providing dental care in a community health or related setting.

Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association.

Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong analytical and reasoning capabilities in dental practice.

Preferences

Clinical Experience: General Dentistry, Molar Root Canals, Tooth Extractions
Postgraduate & Specialty Residencies: Public Health Dentistry Residency

Job Description

Overview: Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Dentist provides comprehensive, high-quality preventive and restorative dental care to patients across all lifecycles.

Responsibilities: Assess, diagnose, and treat dental conditions for SeMRHI patients while developing documented management plans.

Care Delivery: Perform non-surgical periodontal treatment, as well as root canal therapy and crowns for patients under 18 years of age.

Supervision & Admin: Effectively supervise dental assistants, maintain complete problem-oriented medical records, verify timecards each pay period, and fulfill required IT/security trainings prior to deadlines.

Benefits