Special Care Dentist

State of Minnesota; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 106,000 - 186,000; Part time

Job summary

The State of Minnesota’s Direct Care and Treatment invites applications for a Part-Time Special Care Dentist in Willmar. You will provide comprehensive dental care for patients with special needs, guided by a collaborative clinic team and supported by paid training opportunities.

Minimum qualifications include Minnesota dentistry license or eligibility, strong communication, and teamwork. Flexible days, day shift, 32 hours weekly, with salary paid hourly between $76.81 and $135.27.

Qualifications

• Licensed or license eligible to practice dentistry in Minnesota.
• Strong communication skills and a team player.
• Treats colleagues and patients with respect.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive dental procedures.
• Conduct initial, emergency and continuing care examinations.
• Review health history, medications and think about pre-medications.
• Collaborate with clinic staff to support daily operations and patient experience.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Education

Minnesota dental license or eligibility

Job description

Working Title: Special Care Dentist

Job Class: Special Care Dentist

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID : 98094
• Location : Willmar
• Telework Eligible : No
• Full/Part Time : Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 10/30/2026
• Closing Date : 12/01/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Health Trt Prf
• Division/Unit : DCT Support Services / Dental Willmar Dentist
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift - 7:45am - 4:15pm (32 hours)
• Days of Work : Flexible, No weekends or on-call
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range: $76.81 - $135.27 / hourly
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 213 - Health Treatment Professional/Unrep
• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

At Special Care Dentistry, we believe everyone deserves a healthy smile and a comfortable dental experience. We are searching for a dentist who is a strong team player and wants to make a difference in the lives of people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, and people with severe and persistent mental illness. No high-pressure sales. This position has the opportunity for you to develop and expand your knowledge with paid training for IV Sedation and/or Hospital Dentistry.

Job responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive dental procedures
• Perform initial, emergency and continuing care examinations
• Review health history, medications and need for pre-medications for the patients
• Dedicated to a team-oriented environment by working with other clinical and non-clinical staff members, as necessary

What you’ll Do

As a Special Care Dentist, you’ll provide comprehensive, individualized dental care while collaborating with a dedicated team of clinical and non-clinical professionals. Responsibilities include:

• Diagnose dental conditions, develop treatment plans, and perform a variety of dental procedures, including:
• Direct dental restorations
• Stainless steel crowns
• Lab fabricated crowns
• Simple and surgical extractions
• Endodontic therapy
• Removal prosthodontics
• Behavior management for patients with special healthcare needs
• Sedation dentistry
• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
• Work collaboratively with the clinic manager and team members to support daily operations, staff collaboration, and a positive patient experience.
• Exercise sound clinical judgment and work independently while contributing to a supportive, team-oriented environment.

New Graduates Welcome

If you’re just starting out, this is an exceptional opportunity to build real clinical confidence with guidance in a supportive environment.

If you’re looking for a dental career where your skills make a difference and your work has a purpose, we’d love to hear from you!

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly and thoroughly describes your experience in the areas listed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed or license eligible to practice dentistry in the State of Minnesota.
• Candidate must have strong communication skills and be a team player.
• Treats colleagues and patients with respect

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in clinical collaboration with dental assistants and dental hygienists
• Oral surgery comfortability
• Special Care Dentistry training or experience
• General Practice Residency Graduate or Hospital Dentistry Residency Program
• Background in clinic management
• Willingness to cover at other state operated clinics, if necessary.
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

Reference/Background checks – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.