Dentist — Transform Native Community Oral Health

The Indian Health Service; Fort Thompson (SD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service in Fort Thompson, SD seeks a Dentist to provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care. You will diagnose, treat, and manage complex cases, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to advance health equity and improve community well-being.

You will educate patients on treatment options and preventive care while maintaining clinical records and participating in quality improvement and program operations.

Qualifications

• Professional dental skills and knowledge required for comprehensive dental care.
• Ability to manage complex cases and coordinate with medical providers.
• Experience delivering patient education and preventive care.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive dental care including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative procedures, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and emergency services.
• Evaluates and manages complex dental conditions and coordinates care with medical providers.
• Delivers patient education and preventive care, addressing diverse cultural and socioeconomic needs.
• Consults with healthcare providers and staff on dental health issues and impacts on overall health.
• Maintains clinical records and participates in quality improvement and infection control activities.

Skills

Dental examinations

Endodontics

Periodontics

Oral surgery

Emergency dentistry

Job description

Indian Health Service in Fort Thompson, SD seeks a Dentist to provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care. You will diagnose, treat, and manage complex cases, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to advance health equity and improve community well-being.

You will educate patients on treatment options and preventive care while maintaining clinical records and participating in quality improvement and program operations.