Dentist - Rural IHS Clinic (Navajo Nation)

Akicita Federal, LLC; Gallup (NM); Sur place; USD 356 000 - 435 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Akicita Federal is hiring a Dentist to deliver comprehensive outpatient dental care to American Indian and Alaska Native patients served by the IHS Navajo Area at the Tohatchi Health Center in Tohatchi, NM. The position is based in a rural community about 25 miles north of Gallup and supports a multidisciplinary care team.

You will diagnose and treat a broad range of dental conditions across pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients, while maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation and

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school (DDS or DMD).
• Active, valid state dental license with expiration date.
• Active DEA Registration and CS license.
• Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Ability to obtain and maintain clinical privileges through the Gallup Service Unit Credentialing Committee.
• Proficiency with electronic health record and IHS information technology systems.
• Ability to pass a federal background check as required.

Responsabilités

• Provide direct outpatient dental services during an 8-hour workday (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Mon–Fri).
• Diagnose and treat a broad range of dental conditions for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Document encounters, treatment plans, and outcomes in IHS systems per HIPAA.
• Coordinate referrals with Gallup Indian Medical Center for specialty/inpatient services.
• Maintain clinical privileges and comply with credentialing requirements.
• Follow IHS and CMS guidelines to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Engage with patients and staff in a culturally respectful manner per Navajo Nation values.

Connaissances

Dentistry

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Formation

DDS or DMD from accredited dental school

Outils

Electronic health record systems

IHS IT systems

Description du poste

Akicita Federal is hiring a Dentist to deliver comprehensive outpatient dental care to American Indian and Alaska Native patients served by the IHS Navajo Area at the Tohatchi Health Center in Tohatchi, NM. The position is based in a rural community about 25 miles north of Gallup and supports a multidisciplinary care team.

You will diagnose and treat a broad range of dental conditions across pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients, while maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation and