Dentist

Indian Health Service•Camp Verde, AZ

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Indian Health Service and make a meaningful impact on the oral health of American Indian communities. As a Dentist, you will provide comprehensive, patient-centered care, manage complex cases, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team while advancing health equity and improving community well-being. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Requirements

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from a dental school accredited by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), or another accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Successfully completed the National Board Dental Examinations (NBDE) and hold a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.
Two (2) years of professional dentistry experience and/or training equivalent to at least the GS-11 level.
Experience must include providing restorative, pediatric, periodontic, endodontic, prosthodontic, diagnostic, surgical, and preventative dental services.
Experience performing oral surgeries, such as extraction of impacted teeth or full mouth extraction.
Experience performing prosthodontic cases, including crown/bridges, complete dentures, and relines.
Experience performing routine pedodontic procedures, as well as treating cases of rampant caries in children.
Experience performing case management and treatment of medically complex cases.
Experience obtaining medical clearances in order to provide comprehensive dental care.
Completion of a two (2) year residency program in dentistry, oral health, craniofacial sciences, or a related medical science.
Must be able to distinguish shades of color.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
Must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level (for Federal employees in the competitive service).

Nice To Haves

Applicants who are currently enrolled and expected to complete the required education and obtain the required licensure/certification/registration within 9 month(s) of applying, may be deemed tentatively qualified.

Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive dental care, including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative procedures, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and emergency dental services.
Independently evaluates and manages complex dental conditions, adapting treatment approaches as needed and coordinating care with medical providers for patients with complex health or behavioral needs.
Delivers patient education and preventive care services, ensuring patients understand treatment options, risks, and post-treatment care while addressing diverse cultural and socioeconomic needs.
Provides consultation and professional guidance to healthcare providers and dental staff regarding dental health issues and their impact on overall patient health.
Maintains clinical records, participates in quality improvement and infection control activities, supports program operations, and contributes to clinical committees and strategic planning initiatives.