General Dentist - PC

Nhbpi; Fulton Township (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Holiday pay

Wellness programs

Educational release time

Job summary

NHBP Health and Human Services Department seeks a General Dentist to supervise and enhance the NHBP dental clinic’s operations in Michigan. You will collaborate with dental staff and providers to deliver primary and preventive care, supervise staff, and advise the Dental Director on clinical policy and program development.

You will ensure budget compliance, participate in planning, and advance patient care quality while coordinating with other NHBP programs and services. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited dental school with an unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of Michigan.
• Completion of an accredited general practice residency program.
• Possess a DEA license.
• Requires comprehensive knowledge of primary dental care in outpatient settings.
• Knowledge of the principles and practice of modern dentistry related to public health.
• Must be able to work collaboratively with diverse health professionals.
• Understands Native American culture and customs.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record; ability to travel.
• Must pass comprehensive background check and drug screen.
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification and maintain HIPAA confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong administrative ability.
• Proven computer proficiency and ability to manage electronic/physical files.
• Ability to read and interpret documents; self-directed problem solving.
• Team-oriented with the ability to handle interruptions; professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Examine and diagnose dental/oral conditions and provide or direct appropriate treatment.
• Document patient encounters and maintain accurate dental records, referrals, and required paperwork.
• Educate patients on oral health and disease prevention.
• Assist in continuing education, training, and staff orientation.
• Develop and implement dental policies and procedures with the Dental Director.
• Assist in budget preparation and ensure budget compliance for the dental unit.
• Participate in grant/budget planning for dental services.
• Engage in program planning and goal setting for the dental unit.
• Provide consultation to the Dental Director and Journey to Wellness Committee.
• Travel as needed to support NHBP dental programs and represent NHBP.
• Assist in developing the dental health care plan and coordinate with other departments.
• Evaluate dental staff performance and supervise accordingly.
• Ensure compliance with tribal, federal, state, and NHBP policies; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Clinical dentistry

Interpersonal skills

Administrative skills

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Computer skills

Problem solving

Self-directed work

Education

DDS/DMD with Michigan license

General Practice Residency (GPR)

DEA license

Knowledge of public health concepts

Tools

Dentrix Software

Job description

Application Deadline: 11-12-2026 at 9:00am

• Employees contribute minimal cost sharing towards medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account for Medical Reimbursement
• 100% Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Dependent Care FSA
• 401K Plan with eligible match – vesting on day 1
• A generous paid time off program where all employees begin earning accrued paid time off immediately upon hire
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program with Educational Release Time after 12 months
• Up to14 Paid Holidays
• Employee wellness and fitness programs
• Opportunities to participate in NHBP Sponsored activities
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer

NHBP is a self-sustaining Sovereign Nation dedicated to achieving the shared vision of our community. Our mission is to preserve our culture and history, build a healthy community, provide essential services, and secure our financial future through strategic decision-making. We are always seeking outstanding individuals who wish help us fulfill this mission and join us on our journey to protect and promote the cultural, emotional, physical, and financial well-being of our Tribal community for the next Seven Generations.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for maintaining the dental clinic at the NHBP Health and Human Services Department. The incumbent is responsible to support the Dental Director with the operation of dental services offered at NHBP. As a key member of the NHBP Health and Human Services team, this position is responsible for collaborating with providers, management and dental team to provide the highest quality of patient care possible. This position will provide a program of primary (and in selected instances, secondary care) and preventive dental care. The General Dentist supervises the dental staff in their clinic and represents the dental staff to the Dental Director. The General Dentist provides dental advice and counsel to the Dental Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Examines individuals requesting care, diagnoses their dental/oral conditions, prescribes and carries out, or directs others in carrying out, appropriate dental/oral treatment, or refers individuals for specialty consultation or treatment in conformance with approved clinical protocols and guidelines.
• Records patient-dentist transactions as they occur in the patient’s dental record so that the dental record accurately and completely reflects the nature of the contact the condition of the patient and the care or treatment provided. In addition, shall complete referrals, data collections instruments and other records or paper works as shall be required from time to time.
• Educates individuals in the nature of oral health related conditions and in the general promotion of oral health related disease prevention.
• Assists in the provision of continuing education, on-the-job training, and the orientation of staff as requested.
• Designs, develops, and implements appropriate dental policies, protocols and procedures, which are in compliance with the most current accepted professional standards, with the Dental Director.
• Assists in the preparation of an operating budget for the dental unit and in conjunction with the Dental Director and oversees compliance with the dental unit’s budget.
• May assist in preparing special grant and project budgets as required to meet the goals of NHBP in relation to dental services.
• Participates in short and long term program planning for the dental unit and department including development of goals and objectives.
• Provides consultation to the Dental Director and Journey to Wellness Committee regarding dental and oral health issues.
• Travels when necessary to fulfill the department needs and attends meetings as necessary to represent NHBP and/or the Health and Human Services Department/dental unit.
• Assists in developing the department’s dental health care plan.
• Assists in the coordination and integration of the dental programs and services with other department programs and services for the welfare of the patients.
• Performs evaluations of their dental staff as directed by the policy of NHBP.
• Supervises, advises, counsels and disciplines all dental staff in in accordance to NHBP policy and consultation with the Dental Director.
• Responsible for personal as well as dental clinic compliance with all applicable Tribal, federal, state, and department rules, regulations, protocols and procedures governing the practice of dentistry and the clinical provision of dental care as well as those relating to, but not limited to, personnel issues, work place safety, public health and confidentiality.
• Participates in recruitment/retention activities as necessary.
• In the absence of the Dental Director and under the direction of the NHBP Health and Human Services Director perform the Dental Director functions.
• As directed by the Dental Director, performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve organizational and programmatic goals and objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited dental school with an unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of Michigan.
• Completion of an accredited general practice residency program.
• Possess a DEA license.
• Requires a comprehensive knowledge of primary dental care in outpatient settings.
• Knowledge of the principles and practice of modern dentistry as related to public health organizations and community health programs as well as current social and economic problems pertaining to public health and their impact on primary health care.
• Must be able to creatively work with other health care professionals from a variety of disciplines to achieve maximal productivity and programmatic effectiveness while continuously promoting the growth and development of fellow professionals, exercising appropriate supervisory control and displaying good work judgment.
• Able to understand, gain knowledge and appreciate the difference of Native American culture and customs.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license with good driving record; GSA certifiable.
• Must be able to travel.
• Must be able to successfully complete and pass a comprehensive background investigation and drug screening; must not have been found guilty of, or pled guilty or no contest to, any felony or misdemeanor offense under federal, state or Tribal law involving crimes of violence, sexual assault, molestation, prostitution, or other crimes against persons, or offenses committed against children; must be able to successfully pass a drug screening.
• Ability to become CPR/First Aid certified as training is available
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, including HIPAA requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal/human relation skills.
• Must possess strong administrative, organizational, and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated exceptional computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheets, and knowledge of other office equipment required.
• Strong ability to organize and maintain electronic and physical files.
• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Ability to be self-directed and be an excellent problem solver.
• Ability to work well in team centered environment with or without immediate supervision.
• Ability to work with constant interruptions and organize/prioritize duties.
• Professional demeanor and appearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Administrative, management, and budget development experience.
• Previous experience providing performing general dentistry in a Tribal health setting.
• Minimum of five years clinical experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Dentrix Software.

SECURITY SENSITIVE

This position may contain information that is security sensitive and thereby subject to additional provisions. All information obtained will be protected under IHS/HIPAA policy rules and regulations.

INDIAN PREFERENCE

Indian preference will be applied in the selection of qualified applicants in accordance with the NHBP Indian Preference in Employment Code, which affords employment preference to NHBP Tribal Citizens, spouse/parents of NHBP Citizens, and members of other federally and Tribally recognized tribes.

All applicants are subject to a comprehensive background check and must pass a drug screen.

NHBP doesnotrecognize the use of recreational or medical marijuana.