Public Health Dentist — Complex Care & Equity

Indian Health Service; Manderson (SD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service in Manderson, SD seeks a licensed Dentist to provide comprehensive dental care to American Indian communities, including exams, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and emergency services, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

You will evaluate and manage complex cases, deliver patient education, coordinate with medical providers, maintain records, participate in quality improvement and infection

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited program.
• Current dental license to practice.
• Experience providing comprehensive dental care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental services: exams, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and emergency care.
• Independently manage complex cases and coordinate with medical providers.
• Educate patients and provide preventive care while addressing diverse cultural needs.
• Maintain clinical records and participate in quality improvement and infection control.
• Contribute to program operations and clinical committee activities.

Skills

Dental exams

Restorative care

Endodontics

Oral surgery

Education

DDS or DMD

Job description

Indian Health Service in Manderson, SD seeks a licensed Dentist to provide comprehensive dental care to American Indian communities, including exams, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and emergency services, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

You will evaluate and manage complex cases, deliver patient education, coordinate with medical providers, maintain records, participate in quality improvement and infection