Dentist

NHSC-approved site (clinicians here can apply for NHSC Loan Repayment) · dental HPSA score 25 · Federally Qualified Health Center

DENTIST

New Graduates welcome!

Opportunity:

Excellent opportunity for 1 or more Full-Time General Dentists to join our growing clinic in West Plains, Missouri.

This is not a high volume/pressure environment. as we are community-focused with emphasis on patient care. In return we offer competitive compensation with guaranteed salary, bonus earnings potential and comprehensive benefit package.

We currently have a patient base of primarily pediatric patients with limited adult patients. The adult population is currently limited to those who have grown up in our practice and those with certain medical situations.

Each Dentist has up to 3 chairs, with a dedicated Dental Assistant for each chair. There are 2 Dental Hygienists for additional support and we have an on-site lab. support. We provide general dentistry and have partnerships with other facilities for advanced care. It is a great opportunity to hone your skills in a collaborative environment.

About Us

The Rural Alliance for Better Family Health dba Southern Missouri Community Health Center (SMCHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center with clinics in West Plains and Thayer, Missouri. SMCHC provides comprehensive primary healthcare to patients of all ages; mental health counseling to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and groups; and dental health services to children through age seventeen.

The West Plains clinic occupies a spacious and modern facility. The clinic in Thayer occupies a modern facility and the medical clinic at Thayer is now open full time. SMCHC MEDICAL AND DENTAL CLINICS have been growing steadily since opening in 2003. SMCHC has become a healthcare home for hundreds of patients with and without insurance, patients with chronic conditions and those seeking treatment for an acute ailment. Our goal is to improve access to basic health services, to deliver compassionate, caring and respectful care to its patients and to improve the health and well-being of the community as a whole.

Our staff members are welcoming and friendly. We sincerely hear the phrase “this is the best place I’ve ever worked” on a regular basis. We hope that you will come see for yourself the kindness and friendliness of the members of our community and our workplace. If you are looking for quality of life for you and your family and would rather keep the fast-paced city life a short drive away, we are confident that you will want to call this place “home”.

Our Mission is to provide access to quality, affordable medical, dental, and mental health care delivered with respect and compassion to all individuals in need of such services.

*Graduate of an accredited dental school

*Licensed to practice dentistry in the State of Missouri (or ability to obtain licensure prior to work start)

*Current BLS certification

*DEA and Missouri BNDD registrations

*Proficient in EMR, electronic mail, word processing, and office management software

*Strong interpersonal and communication skills

*Ability to work effectively with patients, staff, and community partners

*Deep understanding of modern dentistry in public health settings

*Awareness of socioeconomic and legislative factors affecting public health

*Collaborative spirit with a commitment to professional development and team growth

*Bonus Earnings Potential

*Fully paid employee Health and Dental Insurance

*Long-Term Disability Insurance

*Base Life Insurance with option to supplement

*Optional benefits include STD, Dependent coverage and many more!

*Paid Holidays, 9 annually

*Paid Time Off starting at 22 days annually

*401-k with Employer Match up to 5% with free access to local Financial Planner

*Paid Professional License Fees and Organization Dues

*Paid Malpractice Coverage (FTCA)

*CEU Allowance of $3,000 and 1 week Paid Time Off for CEU

*Sign On Bonus and Relocation Expense

*We an approved NHSC site with Student Loan Repayment Assistance