Locum Tenens General Dentist Opportunity – Fort Yates, ND / McLaughlin, SD
Location: Fort Yates, ND / McLaughlin, SD
Compensation: $110/hr (all-inclusive) + Travel & Lodging
Start: ASAP | Assignment Length: 3 months (option to extend)
About the Opportunity
Veterans Engineering (VE) is seeking a General Dentist to support the Indian Health Service. This is a rewarding locum tenens assignment providing essential dental care to underserved communities.
Schedule
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Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM or full day with every other Friday off (72 hrs every 2 weeks)
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No on-call duties
Practice Details
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Outpatient only (average 6–8 patients/day)
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Patient population: All ages, majority adults
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Procedures: General Dentistry, minor extractions, and procedures within provider comfort level
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Support Staff: 2 Dental Assistants (hiring for Hygienist)
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EMR: Dentrix
Requirements
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Active U.S. state dental license (any state accepted)
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BLS (American Heart Association)
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DEA (fee paid; schedules 2–5)
Additional Info
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Orientation/Training: McLaughlin, SD (3–5 days)
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Closest lodging: Bismarck, ND (~1 hour away); many staff carpool
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Credentialing: ~4–6 weeks
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Reason for Need: Staff shortage