Staff Dentist

Arctic Slope Native Association; Utqiaġvik (AK); On-site; USD 189,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing arranged and subsidized

Medical, dental, and optical insurance

Moving allowance up to $6,000

Retirement plan contribution

Continuing education reimbursements

Paid personal leave and holidays

Job summary

A healthcare organization in northern Alaska is seeking a staff dentist to join their team. The position offers a competitive salary starting at $210,000 for those with 0-3 years of experience, with increases based on experience. Benefits include arranged housing, medical insurance, and coverage for licensing fees. A minimum commitment of two years is required. The role involves providing dental care, participating in village travel, and engaging in continuing education. Contact Dr. Kimlea Medlin for inquiries.

Qualifications

• Experience as a dentist with Alaska dental license.
• Ability to work in a remote location with limited resources.
• Commitment to community service and village travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental care services to patients in Utqiaġvik.
• Participate in village travel for dental outreach programs.
• Maintain licensure through continued education and training.

Skills

Dental expertise

Alaska dental license

DEA license

Continuing Education participation

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Job description

Seeking a staff dentist to join our team in northern Alaska.

Salary for Dentist 0-3 years of experience $210,000. Increases with experience.

Housing Arranged and Subsidized for Dentist and immediate family (spouse/kids) per ASNA Housing Policy (biweekly rent includes some basic utilities). Pet-friendly units are limited, require pet pre-approval, and associated deposit.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, optical, life, ST&LT disability insurance provided for dentist, additional fee paid by employee to cover spouse and/or kids.
• Alaska dental license - Paid for by ASNA
• DEA license - Paid for by ASNA
• Licensing Examination(s) - NOT paid for by ASNA
• Moving allowance - Up to $6,000 reimbursed for moving expenses to Barrow. Does not include purchase of arctic weather gear, household goods, or flight. (You pay to ship goods out of Barrow).
• Flight to Barrow - ASNA pays for one-way ticket to Barrow for dentist and immediate family (spouse/kids) for start of contract. (You pay to depart Barrow at end of employment).
• Vacation & Paid Holidays - 30 days paid personal leave accrued at rate of a little over 1 day per 2-week pay period.
• Paid holidays or cultural days, 13 recognized per year.
• Continuing Education to help maintain licensure- Up to two courses pertinent to your job per year, per ASNA HR travel policies, must be approved by dental director, hospital administrator, and CEO (ASNA pays course fees, hotel, airfare, per diem, taxi/car if indicated, and your salary for course days).
• CE-mandatory - If staffing/funding allows: New hire dentists may attend 1-2 additional CE courses if offered in Anchorage, AK by ANTHC/ANMC “Pedo week” and “I.H.S. Challenges week”.
• Retirement plan - ASNA currently contributes 8% of your gross to a retirement plan with John Hancock.
• 3% you are fully vested in from day 1; the other 5% follows a 5-year vesting schedule. You can contribute additional $ on your own up to current Federal limits.
• Loan repayment Options - Our site qualifies for I.H.S., NHSC, and possibly AK SHARP– only ONE is allowed at a time – research the terms for what you prefer to apply for if any.
• 2 memberships - ADA and AGD paid for by ASNA
• Village Travel - Mandatory for staff dentists: expect 8-12+ weeks per year.

Minimum contract length for new dentist hire is 2-years. If you would like to apply or have questions, please contact the

Dental Director Dr. Kimlea Medlin, DDS, FAGD at [e-mail] or 907-852-9295.

Apply online @ https://secure5.entertimeonline.com/ta/ACG00014.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=en-US