Dentist Dental - Iowa
Position Highlights:
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.
Reference: (#26597)
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
Lead Dentist, General Dentistry Careers, Dentist Jobs, Iowa Dentist Jobs, Community Health Dentistry, Dental Leadership, FQHC Dentistry, Community Dentist
About the Community
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.
Reference: (#26597)
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
Lead Dentist, General Dentistry Careers, Dentist Jobs, Iowa Dentist Jobs, Community Health Dentistry, Dental Leadership, FQHC Dentistry, Community Dentist
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Kaitlin Owen
Director of Recruiting
- kaitlin.owen@themedicusfirm.comEmail the recruiter
- (678) 528-2591Call the recruiter
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