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Job description
General Dentist (DDS/DMD) - Federal IHS Contract - Gallup, New Mexico
Company: Dentistry Locum Staffing
Job Type: Full-Time Federal Contract
Start Date: Upon Completion of Credentialing
Contract Length: 3 Years
Location: Gallup, New Mexico
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-4:30 PM | 40 Hours/Week
Dentistry Locum Staffing is seeking a General Dentist (DDS/DMD) for a full-time federal contract opportunity supporting the Indian Health Service (IHS) in Gallup, New Mexico. This is an excellent opportunity to provide high-quality dental care while serving within a mission-driven federal healthcare setting.
Whether you're looking to gain federal healthcare experience, serve a community with meaningful oral healthcare needs, or secure a stable long-term dental assignment, our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Practice Highlights
General Dentistry
Indian Health Service (IHS) federal healthcare setting
Full-time, 3-year contract opportunity
Monday-Friday schedule
8:00 AM-4:30 PM with a 30-minute lunch
40 hours per week
Outpatient dental care
On-site coverage only
No overtime, on-call, or holiday coverage
Dedicated recruiter and credentialing support
Malpractice coverage provided
Travel and lodging assistance when applicable
Qualifications
DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
Minimum 24 months of professional dental experience , including residency, unless an approved exception applies
Current unrestricted dental license from any U.S. state, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, or U.S. territory
Current Board Certification or Board Eligible
Current BLS certification
Excellent communication and patient care skills
Ability to meet applicable federal credentialing requirements
Why Choose a Federal IHS Contract?
Long-term, 3-year contract opportunity
Consistent Monday-Friday schedule
Competitive hourly compensation
No on-call responsibilities
Gain valuable federal healthcare experience
Provide meaningful dental care to an underserved community
Dedicated recruiter and credentialing support throughout your assignment
About Dentistry Locum Staffing
Dentistry Locum Staffing is a clinician-owned and veteran-owned dental staffing firm specializing in placing General Dentists, Dental Specialists, Registered Dental Hygienists (RDHs), Dental Assistants (DAs), and dental support professionals with private practices, Dental Service Organizations (DSOs), Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), and federal healthcare facilities nationwide.
Our mission is to connect exceptional dental professionals with rewarding opportunities while providing a personalized, transparent, and supportive recruiting experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dentistry Locum Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Worksite address
gallup, NM, 87302, US
Who can apply
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