Dentist (Remote - Part Time)

Aptive

17d • Remote

About The Position

Job Description: Part Time General Dentist Location: Remote – Supporting Marion VA Medical Center in Illinois Reports To: VA Office of Dentistry Compensation: 105/hr Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; position will not exceed 30hrs a week. Position Summary The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking licensed General Dentists to support the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act Dental Pilot Program. Dentists will review and assess community care dental treatment plans, ensuring compliance with VA standards, accuracy of proposed care, and high-quality outcomes for Veterans.

Requirements

• DMD or DDS degree from an ADA-accredited institution.
• Must have a clear, active, and unrestricted license in the State of Illinois.
• Successful completion of NBDE exams.
• Minimum 2 years of recent full-time clinical experience; VA experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and electronic health record systems.

Nice To Haves

• VA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review ~8,750 community dental treatment plans annually.
• Verify accuracy, necessity, and appropriateness of proposed treatments.
• Document findings and recommendations in VA’s electronic record system.
• Communicate with VA and community dentists to clarify or adjust treatment plans.
• Participate in peer reviews, training, and quality assurance activities.
• Submit monthly reports on activities and outcomes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees