Dentist - FQHC - Canton or Ogdensburg, NY

About the role

Community Health Center of the North Country is a rural Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing comprehensive, equitable, and accessible high-quality health care and human services to individuals and families of all income levels. As a Dentist, you’ll provide high-quality, patient-centered dental care while helping to improve access to essential oral health services in an underserved community. The center is NHSC-approved, making this position eligible for federal loan repayment programs. Both new graduates and experienced dentists passionate about community-based care are welcome. Reports to the Dental Director.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, treatment, and preventive care.
• Develop and explain individualized treatment plans with patients and families.
• Provide appropriate prescriptions and ensure safe, accurate documentation.
• Perform dental procedures and operate dental and radiographic equipment safely.
• Follow infection prevention and control standards and applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with dental assistants and other members of the health care team to provide coordinated patient care.
• Refer patients for specialized services when needed and coordinate care with other providers.
• Provide education to patients and staff on oral health, prevention, and proper dental care.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely patient records and documentation.
• Coordinate and monitor dental laboratory cases, including prosthetic work.
• Participate in team meetings, training, quality improvement activities, and other initiatives that support excellent patient care.

Requirements

• Current New York State license to practice dentistry (DDS or DMD).
• CPR/BLS certification or the ability to obtain certification.
• Strong clinical, organizational, communication, and computer skills.
• Experience with eClinicalWorks or another electronic health record (EHR) system preferred.
• A compassionate, patient-centered approach and the ability to build trust with patients and families.
• Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, confidentiality, and high-quality care.

Benefits

• Excellent work-life balance with a flexible Monday–Friday daytime schedule.
• No nights, weekends, major holidays, or on-call responsibilities.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), generous paid time off, and more, for full-time and part-time roles.
• Potential eligibility for federal loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC).
• Relocation and sign-on bonus opportunities negotiable based on individual circumstances.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment focused on quality and compassionate care.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the health and quality of life of the people in our community.

Pay

$200,000 – $250,000 annually, based on experience. Relocation/sign-on bonus negotiable.

Schedule

Flexible Monday–Friday daytime schedule. No nights, weekends, major holidays, or on-call responsibilities. Full-time, part-time, or per diem opportunities available.