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The Medicus Firm lists this General Dentist - Up to $275K - FQHC opportunity in wichita, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
General Dentist Mission-Driven FQHC
Near Wichita, Kansas
Our mission-driven dental clinic is seeking a General Dentist to join its growing dental team at our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This is an exceptional opportunity for a dentist who wants to provide comprehensive care, serve underserved and rural populations, and build a long-term career within a stable, expanding organization.
Our FQHC is the 4th largest health center in Kansas and has been recognized for its commitment to quality with 10 Gold Level Quality Leader Awards, the Million Hearts Award, and nine National Quality Leader Awards.
Position Overview:
The dental department is experiencing continued growth and currently operates 8 operatories, with an expansion underway to 14 operatories. The practice serves up to 4,800 unique dental patients annually and has an experienced, highly stable dental team.
The incoming dentist will join: 2 full-time experienced dentists, with approximately 5-6 years of tenure and very low turnover
1 Dental Director who provides approximately 0.6 FTE clinical care
20 dental employees and 150 employees across the organization
A collaborative integrated behavioral health model
A strong pediatric and preventive dentistry focus
A mix of Medicaid patient population, along with PPO-insured patients
An organization committed to high clinical standards and quality outcomes
The practice is also developing an implant program, in working toward expanding implant services for the future.
Modern Dental Technology
Our clinic offers technology that is uncommon in many community health center settings, including: State-of-the-art dental equipment
Digital panoramic imaging
Intraoral digital PrimeScan
PrimeMill CAD/CAM system
3D resin printers
Digital milling technology
Overnight printing capabilities
Full-service wet laboratory
Future implant capabilities as the implant program develops
Electronic medical record: eClinicalWorks (eCW)
The practice does not have a surgical suite.
Clinical Scope
The incoming dentist will have the opportunity to provide a broad scope of general dentistry, including: Comprehensive restorative dentistry
Crowns and bridges
Composite fillings
Extractions
Root canals
Dentures and partials
Comprehensive examinations
Pediatric dentistry
Preventive dentistry
Community and outreach dentistry
School-based dentistry
Nursing-home dentistry
Care for patients with disabilities
Future implant services as the program develops
A strong interest in pediatric dentistry and preventive care is particularly welcome, as the outgoing provider had a significant focus in pediatric preventive dentistry.
Rural & Community Outreach
One of the most distinctive aspects of this opportunity is our outreach program.
The dental outreach team serves approximately 70 schools across 10 counties, providing care in: Schools
Nursing homes
Disability support centers
Other community-based settings
The outreach program utilizes portable dental equipment transported in vans and travels as far as 100 miles from the primary clinic. Dentists have an opportunity to participate in this meaningful community outreach and school-based dentistry program while making a significant impact on access to care throughout rural Kansas.
Patient Volume & Clinical Workflow
The practice averages approximately 15 patients per day. Dentists have their own operative columns, with hygiene examinations incorporated between operative patients. The scheduling model is designed to ensure that at least two dentists are onsite. The practice offers a balanced environment that combines meaningful clinical volume with the resources and support of a larger health center.
Schedule A 4-day work week is available, with flexibility to choose a 4- or 5-day schedule.
Typical Clinic Hours: 7:50 AM - 4:30 PM 30-minute lunch
Dedicated operative columns
Hygiene exams performed between operative patients
Schedule structured to maintain at least two dentists onsite
Potential schedules include: Monday-Thursday
Tuesday-Friday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Other mutually agreed-upon 4-5 day schedule options
Compensation Competitive guaranteed base salary plus a production-based compensation opportunity.
Guaranteed Base Salary New Graduates: Approximately $160,000 base salary
Plus production compensation
Based on a four-day work week with 32 hours of direct patient care
Experienced Dentists: Approximately $175,000-$185,000 base salary
Plus production compensation
Based on a 4-day work week with 32 hours of direct patient care
A dentist with 2+ years of experience can realistically expect total compensation in the range of approximately $210,000-$250,000. High-volume, experienced providers may have the opportunity to earn $275,000 or more in total base and production compensation.
Production Compensation The dentist receives the greater of: Guaranteed base salary, or
28% of net collections
Benefits:
$15,000 sign-on bonus
Up to $10,000 relocation reimbursement
$30,000 housing bonus upon closing on a home within Reno County
Student Loan & NHSC Opportunities - This position is eligible for National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment.
Paid health insurance premiums
Paid dental insurance premiums
Paid malpractice insurance
Paid life insurance equal to 1x annual salary
403(b) retirement plan
Employer retirement match of up to 4% - 50% of employee contributions up to 8%
$3,000 annual Continuing Education allowance
CME days incorporated into PTO
160 hours of PTO
7 paid holidays that do not count against PTO
Student loan assistance opportunities
Extended Illness Leave (EIL)
Maternity/paternity leave
Employee discounts on dental, medical, behavioral health and vision/optical services
Extended Illness Leave The organization's Extended Illness Leave program replaced traditional short-term disability and has been well received by employees. EIL accrues annually
Employees can accrue up to 280 hours
Accrual is approximately 40 hours per year, allowing for up to 7 weeks of EIL
Full salary is paid through EIL beginning on the 7th day of illness
Parental Leave Up to 2 weeks of maternity/paternity leave
Separate from PTO and EIL
Employees receive 20% off the balance for eligible employee dental, medical, behavioral health and vision/optical services.
Qualifications DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
Kansas dental license or eligibility to obtain a Kansas dental license
Active CPR certification
DEA registration or eligibility to obtain DEA registration
Controlled Substance License
Strong attention to detail
Ability to multitask effectively
Commitment to quality patient care
Passion for serving underserved populations
Experience New graduates and experienced dentists are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Comprehensive general dentistry experience
Crown and bridge experience
Pediatric dentistry experience or strong interest
Preventive dentistry experience
Community involvement
Interest in rural and underserved healthcare
Interest in long-term practice growth
Desire to participate in community outreach and school-based dentistry
Why Join our team? This is more than a traditional general dentistry position. It is an opportunity to join a respected, expanding community health organization where a dentist can combine comprehensive clinical practice with meaningful community service.
You'll have access to: A stable, experienced dental team with very low turnover
A growing 14-operatory facility
Modern digital dental technology and CAD/CAM capabilities
A developing implant program
Strong pediatric and preventive dentistry opportunities
Extensive rural and school-based outreach
Integrated behavioral health
A significant support team
A mission-driven FQHC environment
Opportunities to participate in organizational and community growth
A schedule designed to support work-life balance
Competitive compensation with substantial production upside
Life Near Wichita, Kansas The practice is located in a welcoming Kansas community near Wichita, offering an appealing combination of small-town living, family-friendly amenities and access to larger-city resources.
The surrounding area offers: Lower cost of living
Highly affordable housing compared with the Wichita area and larger U.S. cities
Excellent public and private schools
Smaller school districts in nearby communities
A strong sense of community
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Worksite address
wichita, KS, 67201, US
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