Dentistry, Full-Time Dentist

General Dentist - Sign On Bonus!!
PHC offers primary medical care, behavioral health, pharmacy, homeless support, HIV/AIDS, midwifery and many other services for our patients. As a dentist for PHC you are part of a large interdisciplinary care team and have the ability to internally refer your patient to our other departments. We utilize an integrated EMR (Epic) which makes communication with both internal and external medical providers very easy.
Quality is important to us. Our dentists run 2 chairs with the goal of seeing 13 patients per day. We have a ratio of 2.5 DAs/dentist and 1-1.5 hygienists/dentist.
Dentists receive 5 weeks (25 days) of PTO in their first year. In addition to PTO, PHC recognizes 8 paid holidays, 40 hours of CE time off, and offers $2250 annually for providers to spend on CE courses, professional membership dues, loupes purchase, and other professional expenses. We have excellent healthcare coverage and retirement benefits. All of our sites qualify for NHSC and state of Iowa loan repayment programs.
Interested in leadership, community outreach, or quality improvement? Full-time
General Practice Residency
Licensed dentist
DDS/DMD degree from an approved dental school.
Eligible for hospital privileges.
Basic computer skills with proficiency using Microsoft Office applications with willingness and ability to learn and computer applications.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively and serve a diverse population.
License and Certifications: Current license to practice dentistry in the state of Iowa. Current registration with the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners (CSA). *Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers Certification recognized by the American Heart Association. *Current Mandatory Reporter Training: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse recognized by the Iowa Department of Public Health. * Completion of a hospital-based general practice residency program or experience in hospital dental protocols.
Community Health Center experience.
Minimum of two years of experience as a dentist.
Bilingual, verbal and written language proficiency.
Are you looking for an opportunity to do amazing work helping others? Primary Health Care (PHC) was founded in 1981 by Dr. Our mission has remained unchanged since that time, to provide healthcare and supportive services to all, regardless of insurance, immigration status, or ability to pay.
Based on the needs of the communities we serve, PHC offers a spectrum of medical and dental services including family practice, behavioral health, HIV care and services, and pharmacy. PHC’s Homeless Support Services is the entry point for serving people experiencing homelessness in Polk County. Enabling services are available to help patients with benefits enrollment, case management, transportation, translation, and patient education. Working with a Patient Care Team, the Dentist provides comprehensive and emergency oral care to patients of Primary Health Care, Inc. to enhance the holistic approach to patient care. The dentist works cooperatively with the physicians and other health care team members, providing leadership within the health center in the area of oral health. Utilizes established workflows to ensure patient and staff satisfaction and organizational financial success. Assesses patients presenting to the dental clinics and orders necessary procedures for the diagnosis of oral-related diseases considering the patient’s age-related, physical, psychosocial and cultural needs. Plans and sequences oral/dental treatment based on the diagnosis and needs. Delivers comprehensive and emergency oral care in the dental clinics and the operating room. Completes dental x-rays pursuant to all regulations.
Adheres to organizational policies and procedures to minimize risk of radiation exposure to employees and patients.
Advises medical staff on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with oral-related conditions via written consultations, face-to-face interaction and participation in medical staff activities.
Assists the Dental Director in the development of clinical protocols for the department. Assists the Dental Director in the training and supervision of students participating in the dental clinic educational programs. Supports and assists with the department’s community outreach program, as requested.
Participates in department and medical staff meetings. Participates in the department and health center performance improvement activities.
DDS/DMD degree from an approved dental school.
Eligible for hospital privileges.
Basic computer skills with proficiency using Microsoft Office applications with willingness and ability to learn and computer applications.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively and serve a diverse population.
License and Certifications: Current license to practice dentistry in the state of Iowa. Current registration with the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners (CSA). *Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers Certification recognized by the American Heart Association. *Current Mandatory Reporter Training: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse recognized by the Iowa Department of Public Health. * Completion of a hospital-based general practice residency program or experience in hospital dental protocols.
Community Health Center experience.
Minimum of two years of experience as a dentist.
Bilingual, verbal and written language proficiency.
Generous PTO accrual (equal to 5 weeks at end of 1st year) plus paid holidays
License/certification fee reimbursement
Paid time off for continuing education & continuing education reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement program
Medical insurance - PHC Pays, on average, 80% of medical premiums for all plan types (employee, employee + family, etc.)
Dental insurance
Life & disability insurance
Flexible spending & health savings accounts
Dental insurance

• Disability insurance
• Health savings account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous PTO accrual (equal to 5 weeks at end of 1st year) plus paid holidays

License/certification fee reimbursement
Paid time off for continuing education & continuing education reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement program
Medical insurance - PHC Pays, on average, 80% of medical premiums for all plan types (employee, employee + family, etc.)
Dental insurance
Life & disability insurance
Flexible spending & health savings accounts
Jobley Bonus: $280 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)
Shift & Schedule
Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm
Name: Primary Health Care, Inc