Lead General Dentist (Ref#:26597)

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
16–18 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
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.

Reference: (#26597)
Pay: $180,000.00 - $240,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person