Dentist - St. Paul, MN

Position Summary\n

The General Dentist in St. Paul, MN, provides comprehensive oral healthcare services to adult and pediatric patients in a community health center setting. This role emphasizes preventive care, patient education, and evidence-based treatment while working collaboratively within an integrated care model to support whole-person health.

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Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care\n

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• Perform comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatment planning
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• Provide a full scope of general dentistry services, including:\n
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  • Preventive care (cleanings, fluoride, sealants)
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  • Restorative dentistry (fillings, crowns)
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  • Simple and surgical extractions
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  • Endodontic and limited prosthodontic procedures, as appropriate
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• Manage dental emergencies and urgent care needs
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• Deliver care in accordance with evidence-based clinical standards and FQHC guidelines
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Patient Education & Engagement\n

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• Educate patients on oral hygiene, disease prevention, and treatment options
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• Promote patient understanding, compliance, and long-term oral health
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• Provide compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive care
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Collaboration & Program Support\n

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• Work closely with dental hygienists, dental assistants, and front-office staff
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• Collaborate with medical and behavioral health providers as part of an integrated care team
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• Participate in community outreach, school-based programs, or health education initiatives as assigned
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Documentation, Compliance & Quality\n

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• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic dental record (EDR)
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• Comply with HRSA, OSHA, CDC, and applicable dental practice regulations
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• Adhere to infection control, sterilization, and patient safety protocols
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• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and performance improvement activities
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Required Qualifications\n

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• DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
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• Current or eligible MN dental license
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• DEA registration (or eligibility)
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• CPR/BLS certification
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• Commitment to serving underserved and diverse populations
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Preferred Qualifications\n

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• Experience in an FQHC, community health center, or public health setting
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• Experience treating Medicaid and uninsured populations
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• Familiarity with electronic dental records and quality reporting
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• Interest in community outreach and preventive dentistry
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Our Benefits\n

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth:

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• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
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• Company-Paid Life Insurance
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• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability
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• 403(b) Retirement Plan
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• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
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• 10 Company-Paid Holidays
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• Continuing Medical Education (CME)
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Work Environment\n

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• Mission-driven, team-based clinical setting
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• Supportive leadership and collaborative dental team
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• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a community-focused practice
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