Dentist — Indian Health Service

Job overview

The Dentist — Indian Health Service role is onsite in Taos, NM, with pay of $140–$160 per hour. The dentist position serves patients through Indian Health Service, including care at WWKMHCC. The dentist assesses oral health, develops treatment plans, provides dental services to patients of all ages, and supports preventive education. The role contributes to integrated patient care through referrals and collaboration with medical staff, accurate records, and adherence to infection-control and quality standards.

What you'll do

• Interview and examine patients and review dental histories
• conduct clinical and radiographic examinations
• plan and provide examinations, extractions, restorations, periodontal treatment, and prosthodontics
• educate patients, families, and the community
• coordinate referrals and appointments
• prescribe medications under applicable procedures
• complete EHR charting within 72 hours of procedures
• follow infection-control and safety standards
• participate in quality assurance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dentist

indian health service

general dentistry

patient assessment

treatment planning

dental examinations

extractions

restorations

taos nm

$140–$160 per hour

ehr documentation

dea license

bls certification

monday–friday

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch; no work on federal government holidays; hours require pre-approval by the Chief Dental Officer.

About the employer

Akicita Federal, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.