Dentist: Transform Oral Health in Indigenous Communities

Indian Health Service; Dulce (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal annual leave

Recruitment or relocation incentives

Bargaining unit coverage

Job summary

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Dentist in Dulce, NM. The role involves providing comprehensive dental care to American Indian communities, managing complex dental conditions, and ensuring culturally equitable patient education.

Applicants must hold a DMD or DDS from an accredited school, possess a full licensing, and have at least one year of experience in professional dentistry, with duties including evaluations and treatments across a range of dental practices.

Qualifications

• Must comply with IHS Employee Immunization Policy.
• Must have a full, unrestricted license to practice dentistry.
• Experience equivalent to GS-12 level in professional dentistry work.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental care including all treatment procedures.
• Evaluate complex dental conditions and coordinate care.
• Deliver patient education and preventive care services.

Skills

Comprehensive dental care

Complex case management

Patient education

Preventive care services

Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Job description

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Dentist in Dulce, NM. The role involves providing comprehensive dental care to American Indian communities, managing complex dental conditions, and ensuring culturally equitable patient education.

Applicants must hold a DMD or DDS from an accredited school, possess a full licensing, and have at least one year of experience in professional dentistry, with duties including evaluations and treatments across a range of dental practices.