Dentist: Transform Oral Health in Indigenous Communities

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave accrual based on years of service

Recruitment or relocation incentives

Promotion potential to GS-12 or higher

Job summary

Join the Indian Health Service as a Dentist in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. You will provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care to American Indian communities, managing complex cases and collaborating with healthcare teams.

This position requires a Doctor of Dental Medicine or Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, along with an unrestricted dental license. You will play a vital role in advancing health equity and improving community well-being, while supporting preventive care and patient education.

Qualifications

• Must have passed the National Board Dental Examinations.
• Must hold a full, unrestricted license to practice dentistry.
• Experience in comprehensive dental care and specialized services.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental care including examinations and restorative procedures.
• Evaluate and manage complex dental conditions.
• Deliver patient education on treatment options and preventive care.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Complex case management

Preventive care services

Collaborative healthcare

Cultural competence

Education

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

Job description

Join the Indian Health Service as a Dentist in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. You will provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care to American Indian communities, managing complex cases and collaborating with healthcare teams.

This position requires a Doctor of Dental Medicine or Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, along with an unrestricted dental license. You will play a vital role in advancing health equity and improving community well-being, while supporting preventive care and patient education.