Make a meaningful impact while growing your career.
We’re looking for a compassionate General Dentist to join our mission‑driven dental team serving the Native American community at Pokagon Health Services. You’ll provide high‑quality care in a modern clinic environment with strong support from experienced dental staff.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive compensation package based on experience
- Outstanding benefits valued at over $30,000 annually, including low‑cost medical, dental, and vision
- Generous PTO (up to 4 weeks your first year) + 15 paid holidays
- Defined pension plan, 401(k), life insurance, disability, and employee discount programs
- Professional Development: Annual allowance for continuing education and training
- Experienced, supportive team with years of service to the Native American community
- State-of-the-art facility: Expanded in 2019 with 14 modern operatories designed for efficiency and patient comfort
- Relocation assistance and competitive sign‑on bonus
What You’ll Do
- Deliver routine and emergency dental care, including diagnosis, restorations, crowns/bridges, removable prosthetics, uncomplicated endodontics, and minor oral surgery
- Interpret x‑rays and lab studies
- Ensure timely, accurate, patient‑centered treatment
- Provide supervision to Dental Hygienists and Dental Assistants
- Build strong patient relationships and provide oral health education
- Administer anesthetics and prescribe medications
- Maintain accurate and confidential documentation
- Support high standards of clinical quality, safety, and compliance
What We’re Looking For
- Current Michigan Dental License (any U.S. licensure considered)
- Experience in Endodontics, Pedodontics, and Oral Surgery
- Two years of experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply
- Ability to communicate with empathy and build trust with patients
- Experience working with Native American or underserved communities preferred
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office and electronic dental records
Work Environment
- Modern, well-lit clinic setting
- Exposure to typical clinical conditions and fast‑paced situations
- Local travel between clinic locations may be required
Physical Requirements
- Frequent use of hands, instruments, bending, talking, and hearing
- Visual requirements include close and distance vision and color perception
Indian Preference
Pokagon Band Preference Code applies.
Pay: $210,000.00 - $235,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
