Lead General Dentist- New Clinic
Location: South-Central Iowa
Job Type: Full-Time
Lead With Purpose. Practice With Impact.
A growing, mission-driven healthcare organization is seeking a Lead General Dentist to step into a newly added community-centered practice. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a modern dental clinic while delivering meaningful care to an underserved population.
You will practice in an integrated healthcare environment alongside medical, behavioral health, and pharmacy teams-designed to improve patient outcomes and expand access to care.
The Opportunity
- Immediate patient demand with strong, built-in volume
- Lead Clinical role with autonomy and clinical influence
- Newly renovated clinic expanding to 6 operatories
- Collaborative, team-based care model
- Stable schedule - no weekends, no call
Practice Environment:
- Digital dentistry (digital x-ray, intraoral scanning)
- Established clinical support: hygienists and dental assistants
- Integrated setting with medical and behavioral health services
- Efficient workflows designed for productivity and quality
Schedule & Volume:
- Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; no weekends or evenings, no call
- 12-16 patients per day (including hygiene exams)
- Patient mix: primarily adult with some pediatric patients
Scope of Practice:
- Restorative dentistry
- Extractions
- Crowns and bridges
- Dentures
- Simple root canals
- Preventive care and hygiene exams
Compensation:
- Base salary: (flexible based on experience + internal equity)
- Quarterly production bonus: $50 per encounter above target
- Annual quality bonus tied to performance
Additional Incentives:
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance up to $20,000
- additional $120k grant bonus with contract commitment 3-5 years (optional)
- Student loan repayment eligibility (NHSC/state programs up to $50,000)
Benefits:
- 100% employer-paid health insurance (employee)
- Dental and vision coverage
- Malpractice coverage (FTCA with tail)
- 401(k) with 4% match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- CME allowance: $3,000 + 40 hours
- Licensure and professional fees covered
Qualifications:
- DDS or DMD from an accredited program
- Eligible for or licensed in Iowa
- Eligible to work in the U.S.
- Experience preferred; ability to step into a leadership role
Position Fit:
This role is suited for a provider who can operate independently, manage patient volume efficiently, and deliver consistent, high-quality care while serving a community with significant need.
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About the Community:
- Welcoming Lifestyle: Enjoy a tight-knit, family-friendly community with a low cost of living
- Outdoor Recreation: Access to parks, trails, and year-round outdoor activities
- Convenient Access: Easy drive to larger metro areas while maintaining a relaxed pace of life
Job Reference #: DENT 26597
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