Dentist

Summary

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Dentist to join our healthcare team. This role offers a meaningful chance to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care while making a lasting impact within Native American communities.

There may not be immediate vacancies at all locations.

• Perform comprehensive dentistry services including oral examinations, radiographs, routine, preventative and minor oral surgery.
• Examine, diagnose, and treat commonly encountered dental diseases and dental health problems.
• Provide appropriate dental disease prevention measures for all patients treated.
• Maintain all medical records ensuring they are updated in a timely manner.
• Provide patient education, counseling, and preventive care tailored to patients with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Ensure patients understand treatment options, risks, and post‑treatment care.

Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job:
Total Compensation Dentist

Conditions of employment:

• Selectee may be subject to a probationary period.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101‑630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Applicants must not have been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.
• IHS selectees whose duties require them to work in an IHS facility must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy regarding vaccine‑preventable diseases. Vaccine exemption requests may be available as outlined in the policy and facility guidance.
• Applicants must obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges and any required licensure. Failure to maintain privileges may result in adverse action, up to and including removal from federal service.
• On‑call hours or standby duty may be required.
• Successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check. Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./E‑Verify/ for more information.
• Applicants must set up direct deposit for payment.

This position requires successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

• A background investigation verifies an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for federal service.
• Applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays or a determination of unsuitability.
• Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist.

To qualify, your resume must demonstrate sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of this position.

• Experience includes paid and unpaid work, such as volunteer work through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, or social). Credit is granted for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part‑time work.

Education: Applicants must hold a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from a school approved by the American Dental Association (ADA) or the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time of degree attainment.

Licensure: Applicants must have passed the National Board Dental Examinations (NBDE) and possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in a state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.

Medical Requirements: Applicants must be able to distinguish shades of color.

Applicants who meet the above basic requirements qualify for the GS‑11 grade level.

Flexibility: The Hiring Manager may treat applicants who are currently enrolled and expected to complete required education and licensing within nine (9) months of applying as tentatively qualified.