Mobile Dentist (within MO) Mon-Thu *Sign-On Bonus Eligible*

University Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Mobile Dentist to join their team in Kansas City. This role offers the unique opportunity to travel across Missouri, providing essential dental care to intellectually and developmentally disabled patients. With a commitment to high-quality medical care, the organization is renowned for its compassionate approach and community service. The position includes a generous sign-on bonus, reflecting the value placed on skilled professionals. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and enjoy a dynamic work environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Per Diem

Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ADA-accredited dental school and eligibility for a Missouri Dental license.
• Current BLS certification is required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Travel throughout Missouri to care for patients with developmental disabilities.
• Supervise treatment and maintain dental equipment on mobile units.

Skills

Dental Treatment

Patient Supervision

Administrative Skills

BLS Certification

Education

ADA-accredited Dental School Graduation

Tools

Mobile Dental Units

Job description

If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site.

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Mobile Dentist (within MO) Mon-Thu *Sign-On Bonus Eligible*

Location: 101 Truman Medical Center, UH Lakewood Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri

Department: Mobile Elks Unit UHLMC

Position Type: Full time

Work Schedule: varied

Hours Per Week: 40

If you want to work where the action is, University Health (UH) is the place for you. Known as "Kansas City's Essential Hospital," UH is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City. We are an academic medical center, serving as the primary teaching institution for the UMKC Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, and Pharmacy. UH is a 547-bed, not-for-profit health system committed to delivering high-quality medical care with compassion and empathy. During the 2020 pandemic, we led regional COVID care and testing. UH comprises three campuses:

• UH Truman Medical Center: Located in the Health Sciences District of downtown Kansas City, MO. It features a Level 1 Trauma Center, emergency medicine, critical care, and women's services, including high-risk maternity care. The campus includes UH 1 (specialty outpatient clinics and day-surgery) and UH 2 (primary care and women's clinics).
• UH Lakewood Medical Center: Situated between Kansas City and Lee's Summit, MO, offering outpatient services, high-risk maternal and child care, orthopedics, palliative care, and a 188-bed long-term care center.
• UH Behavioral Health: The largest mental health provider in the KC metro area, offering outpatient, inpatient, and community outreach services, with a focus on Trauma-Informed Care.

Job Description

This role involves traveling throughout Missouri to care for intellectually and developmentally disabled patients. Per diem and mileage are paid in addition to salary.

Summary:
This position involves treatment and supervision of patients with developmental disabilities, treatment referrals from the Elks Lodge, supervision of auxiliaries on the mobile unit, administrative activities, operation and maintenance of dental equipment, and vehicle relocation. All treatment is within the scope of privileges granted by the TMC Credential Committee. It is a traveling position utilizing mobile dental units across Missouri, requiring weekly travel to different sites.

Requirements

• Graduation from an ADA-accredited dental school and eligibility for a Missouri Dental license.
• Membership in the Truman Medical Center Medical Staff.
• Current BLS certification.

This position includes a sign-on bonus of up to $25,000.