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Job description
We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us! The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.
Position Summary
Provide clinical dental services within the priorities of the YKHC Dental Department, specifically for infants, children and adolescents or consultation, and assist in dental prevention and dental health education efforts in Bethel, the Sub Regional Clinics and surrounding villages.
Position Qualifications
Minimum Education: DDS or DMD degree from a dental school accredited by the commission of Dental Accreditation of the ADA and a Pediatric Dental Residency.
Minimum Experience: Dental public health background, and cross cultural experience preferred.
Time in Bethel may be required before dentist is stationed in the Sub Regional Clinics.
License, Certification, Registration: Current license to practice dentistry in the State of Alaska. Credentials necessary for appointment to the Medical and Dental Staff of the YKDR Hospital.
Equipment/Tools/Word-Aids: Dental equipment and instruments.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Pediatric Dentistry.
Ability to follow infection control guidelines, diagnose and treat dental problems, and follow established protocol.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Ability to supervise dental assistants’ chair side work and Dental Externs.
Benefits Include
Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
Eleven paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement plans
Employee Wellness Center *$30,000 Sign on Bonus with a 3 year contract Plus More!
Compensation Pay Range Minimum
98.56
Employment Type
Regular Time Type: Full time Hours Per Week: 40 FLSA Exempt: Yes
Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affinity Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law.
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.
Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.
For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at
Join YKHC, a Tribal Health Organization serving 58 tribes in southwest Alaska. We offer comprehensive healthcare, from community clinics to a regional hospital, dental, behavioral health, and more. Come be part of our team!
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Worksite address
bethel, CT, 06801, US
Who can apply
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