PUBLIC HEALTH DENTIST

Help Improve Oral Health Across Marion County
The Marion County Public Health Department is seeking a compassionate, skilled Dentist to provide high-quality dental care to children and adults at our community clinics.

This role is ideal for a dentist who is passionate about:
community health
serving underserved populations
mentorship and team leadership
patient education
making a meaningful impact beyond private practice
You’ll work alongside an experienced dental team providing comprehensive care in a mission-driven public health environment.

What You’ll Do
Provide comprehensive dental care for children and adults
Perform:
preventive dentistry
restorative procedures
extractions
endodontic treatment
emergency dental care
Develop and present patient treatment plans
Educate patients on preventive oral health and long-term dental care
Supervise and collaborate with dental hygienists and dental assistants
Support clinic operations and maintain high standards of patient care
Treat patients from diverse backgrounds, including patients with special needs
Maintain accurate electronic dental records and clinical documentation
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and Indiana Dental Law
Occasionally support mobile dental services and community outreach efforts
What We’re Looking For
DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
Active and unrestricted Indiana Dental License
Valid DEA and CSR registrations
Current CPR certification
Minimum of 1 to 3 years of clinical dentistry experience with Children and Adults
Strong experience in:
restorative dentistry
treatment planning
emergency dentistry
patient communication
Ability to lead and collaborate with clinical support staff
Passion for community health and patient-centered care
Nice to Have
Experience in:
public health dentistry
community clinics
FQHC settings
pediatric dentistry
special needs populations
Leadership or supervisory experience
Bilingual skills
Experience working with underserved or high-risk populations
Experience with electronic dental records (EDR)
Why Join MCPHD
Mission-driven work that directly impacts the community
Opportunity to serve diverse patient populations
Collaborative and supportive dental team
Variety in patient care and clinical experiences
Public health-focused environment
Leadership and mentoring opportunities
Stable organization committed to community wellness
Work Environment
This role may include work across multiple MCPHD dental clinic locations and occasional support for mobile dental operations.

Candidates should be comfortable working in:
fast-paced clinic settings
community-focused environments
collaborative multidisciplinary teams
diverse patient populations
Reliable transportation is required.

About MCPHD
The Marion County Public Health Department is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Pay: From $147,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person