Dentist

Akicita Federal is hiring a Dentist to deliver comprehensive oral health services to American Indian patients through the Indian Health Service (IHS) Zuni Comprehensive Community Health Center in Zuni, New Mexico. This is meaningful, community-centered work serving approximately 14,000 patients in a rural, culturally rich setting where quality dental care makes a direct and lasting difference. You will be an integral part of a dedicated clinical team providing the full scope of general dentistry — from prevention through complex restorative care.

- Examine, diagnose, and develop individualized treatment plans for a diverse patient population, including medical and dental history review and radiograph interpretation

- Perform routine and moderately complex dental procedures spanning endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery within general dentistry scope, and preventive orthodontic services

- Administer local anesthesia, nitrous oxide, and appropriate analgesia in accordance with accepted clinical standards

- Educate patients on oral health, disease prevention, and home care practices while demonstrating cultural sensitivity and working effectively with interpreters when needed

- Document all patient encounters accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) within 24 hours, including coding and billing elements

- Coordinate scheduling and communicate proactively with the Dental Department Supervisor, including advance notice of absences and timely submission of weekly timesheets

- Adhere to IHS infection control protocols, safety standards, and facility policies, and maintain awareness of proper dental equipment use and basic maintenance