Dentist

Aptive•White River Junction, VT

12d•$170,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Dentist will provide comprehensive dental care to Veterans through a mobile dental clinic pilot program operated in coordination with the White River Junction VA Medical Center. This role delivers patient-centered dental services while supporting clinic operations, quality assurance, and program development.

Requirements

Licensed dental practitioner specializing in dentistry and the treatment of diseases, injuries, and conditions of the oral cavity and craniofacial complex.
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from a school approved by the American Dental Association (ADA), Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), or a U.S. Department of Education–recognized accrediting body.
Successful completion of the National Board Dental Examinations (NBDE) administered by the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (JCNDE).
Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of Vermont.
Minimum of three (3) years of creditable experience as a full-time practicing clinical dentist.
Recent experience serving a diverse adult patient population; VA dental clinic experience preferred.
Strong ability to prioritize multiple tasks based on deadlines and scope.
Self-directed, detail-oriented, and highly organized with strong time and project management skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex clinical information clearly.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based dental practices and industry best practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Office applications and electronic health record systems.
Current unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ability to operate a mobile dental clinic (CDL not required).
Willingness to meet all VA vehicle operation requirements, including completion of required training per VA Directive 0637.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification from an American Heart Association–approved program

Nice To Haves

Dentist with mobile clinic experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatment planning.
Provide phased dental care, including acute, disease control, definitive treatment, and maintenance.
Perform restorative dentistry (including implants), preventive care, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and periodontics within scope of licensure.
Stabilize and treat acute dental conditions such as infection or trauma.
Manage post-operative care and follow-up treatment plans.
Collaborate with VA dental and medical staff for care not completed in the mobile clinic.
Supervise dental hygienists and dental assistants per state dental board regulations.
Assign and oversee staff duties.
Verify Veteran dental eligibility and render Class III and Class VI eligibility determinations.
Address patient concerns and complaints with appropriate documentation and follow-up.
Document all care using VA Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Dental EHR systems.
Ensure compliance with VA policies, HIPAA, VHA directives, OSHA, and Joint Commission standards.
Follow all VA medication policies; no sample medications permitted.
Participate in peer reviews and complex case discussions.
Identify operational inefficiencies and support process improvement initiatives.
Assist in developing quality control measures and standard operating procedures.
Support pilot program reporting and performance metrics.