Staff Dentist

Key People; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PSLF eligibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Key People in New York seeks a Staff Dentist to deliver comprehensive general dentistry within a mission-driven community health setting, expanding access for underserved populations. You will provide preventive, diagnostic, restorative, and surgical care while building lasting patient relationships and addressing diverse clinical needs.

The position emphasizes a resident weekday schedule with limited evenings and one Saturday per month, offering professional growth, collaboration with a

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited U.S. dental school.
• Active New York State dental license.
• Strong clinical proficiency in general dentistry, including restorative and surgical procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and patient engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive dental examinations, evaluate oral health conditions, and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide preventive, restorative, periodontal, prosthodontic, endodontic, and oral surgical services.
• Perform general dentistry procedures, including fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, extractions, and root canal therapy.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, treatment options, and strategies to maintain healthy dental outcomes.
• Collaborate with dental assistants, hygienists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate effective patient care.
• Provide clinical guidance and oversight to dental support personnel during patient treatment.
• Maintain thorough, accurate clinical documentation and comply with privacy standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety and outcomes.
• Support mobile dental services as needed.
• Provide culturally sensitive care to diverse patient populations.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient engagement

Team collaboration

Clinical excellence

Education

DDS/DMD

New York State license

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Staff Dentist | Community Health & Mission-Driven Care

Make a Difference Beyond the Dental Chair!

Looking for a rewarding dental career where your work makes a meaningful difference?

An exciting opportunity is available for a compassionate, clinically skilled Staff Dentist to join a mission-driven, community-based healthcare setting dedicated to expanding access to quality dental care for underserved and vulnerable populations.

This is more than a traditional dentistry position. It's an opportunity to improve lives, reduce healthcare disparities, and provide essential services to individuals who often face significant barriers to receiving care.

The ideal candidate is passionate about health equity, values patient relationships, and enjoys working in a collaborative environment where compassionate, culturally responsive care comes first.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Meaningful, Mission-Driven Work: Provide essential dental care to individuals and families who need it most.

• Student Loan Forgiveness Potential: Opportunity to pursue Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), subject to employer and individual eligibility requirements.

• Competitive Benefits: Access to a comprehensive employee benefits package.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a predictable, primarily weekday schedule with limited evening and Saturday commitments.

• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals committed to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care.

• Diverse Patient Population: Gain rewarding clinical experience serving individuals from a variety of cultural, socioeconomic, and healthcare backgrounds.

• Professional Growth: Participate in clinical quality initiatives and contribute to improving access to community-based dental services.

Position Overview

The Staff Dentist will deliver comprehensive general dentistry services, including preventive, diagnostic, restorative, and therapeutic care.

This position offers the opportunity to build lasting patient relationships, develop individualized treatment plans, and support long-term oral health outcomes for individuals with diverse clinical and socioeconomic needs.

The successful candidate will combine strong clinical expertise with empathy, excellent communication skills, and a genuine commitment to serving medically underserved communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive dental examinations, evaluate oral health conditions, and develop individualized treatment plans.

• Provide preventive, restorative, periodontal, prosthodontic, endodontic, and oral surgical services.

• Perform general dentistry procedures, including fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, extractions, and root canal therapy.

• Diagnose and treat dental conditions while promoting preventive care and long-term oral health.

• Educate patients on oral hygiene, treatment options, and strategies to maintain healthy dental outcomes.

• Collaborate with dental assistants, hygienists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate effective patient care.

• Provide clinical guidance and oversight to dental support personnel during patient treatment.

• Maintain thorough, accurate clinical documentation and comply with applicable privacy and confidentiality standards.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, clinical outcomes, and operational efficiency.

• Support the delivery of dental services in both traditional clinical and community-based mobile settings as needed.

• Provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care to patients with diverse medical, behavioral, and psychosocial needs.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited U.S. dental school.

• Active New York State dental license.

• Strong clinical proficiency in general dentistry, including restorative and surgical procedures.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and patient engagement skills.

• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

• Commitment to serving medically underserved and vulnerable patient populations.

• Experience working with patients living with HIV/AIDS or managing complex healthcare needs is highly desirable.

• Familiarity with electronic dental records and clinical documentation systems.

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or French is a plus.

• Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and a patient-first approach to care.

Work Schedule

Enjoy a primarily weekday schedule that supports professional fulfillment and work-life balance.

• Regular Hours: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

• One Extended Weekday: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

• Saturday Coverage: One Saturday per month

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package within a supportive, mission-focused healthcare environment.

Additional highlights include:

• Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

• Professional development opportunities

• Collaborative and supportive clinical team

• Predictable work schedule

• Opportunity to make a meaningful community impact

Specific compensation and benefits will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a dedicated dental professional seeking a fulfilling career where your expertise can help transform lives, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Join a purpose-driven healthcare environment where quality care, compassion, and community impact are at the heart of everything you do.

Build a rewarding career. Make a lasting difference. Help create healthier communities.