Dentist: Transform Oral Health in Indigenous Communities

Indian Health Service; Lower Brule (SD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave based on years of service

Recruitment or relocation incentives

Job summary

Join the Indian Health Service as a Dentist and help improve the oral health of American Indian communities. You will provide comprehensive care and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Your responsibilities include diagnosing and treating dental conditions, offering patient education, and ensuring effective care coordination. With a focus on improving community well-being, this position plays a pivotal role in advancing health equity.

Candidates require a DMD or DDS, a valid dental license, and proficiency in various dental procedures.

Qualifications

• Must comply with IHS Employee Immunization Policy regarding vaccine-preventable diseases.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must have a full, unrestricted license to practice dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental care, including diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Independently manage complex dental conditions.
• Deliver patient education and preventive care services.

Skills

Comprehensive dental care

Patient-centered care

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Oral surgery

Emergency dental services

Patient education

Education

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

Tools

Dental diagnostic tools

Job description

Join the Indian Health Service as a Dentist and help improve the oral health of American Indian communities. You will provide comprehensive care and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Your responsibilities include diagnosing and treating dental conditions, offering patient education, and ensuring effective care coordination. With a focus on improving community well-being, this position plays a pivotal role in advancing health equity.

Candidates require a DMD or DDS, a valid dental license, and proficiency in various dental procedures.