Dentist

DentistThis is a Locum Tenens on-call position. Provides and oversees direct dental diagnosis, treatment, procedures, and care for a specified patient population. We proudly serve both rural and urban communities and are seeking candidates who are comfortable providing services across diverse settings. To support travel requirements, we offer reimbursement for: Travel time, Mileage, Per diem expenses (when applicable), Lodging accommodations. Reimbursements are provided in accordance with UNM policy and approved travel guidelines.Note: While applications received by the best consideration date will be given priority, we will continue to accept applications until the positions are filled. If this posting is still visible, the department is actively accepting applications and continues to seek candidates to fill multiple vacancies. See the Position Description for additional information.Conditions of Employment - CPR Certified. Specialty licensure/certification may be required, as specified by the department. Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check. May be subject to credentialing process; must maintain credentialed status, if applicable. Must maintain certification status.Minimum Qualifications - Doctorate degree in Dental Surgery or Dental Medicine; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities; or enrollment in a Dental Residency Program. Certification/Licensure Current Licensure from New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.Preferred QualificationsAdditional Requirements - State of New Mexico and Federal DEA Certification are requirements for this position.Campus - Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NMDepartment - Locum Tenens (160N)Employment Type - StaffStaff Type - On-CallTerm End DateStatus - ExemptPay - Per Provider AgreementBenefits Eligible - This is not a benefits eligible position.ERB Statement - As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.Background Check Required - YesFor Best Consideration Date - 7/1/2026Eligible for Remote Work - NoApplication Instructions - Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please attach a copy of your CV.Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.