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General Dentist

North Mississippi Primary Health Care·Tippah County, Mississippi

$175,000 - $199,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

The Dentist provides high-quality, patient-centered oral health care including comprehensive exams, restorative care, and preventive services. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation and educating patients on oral hygiene.

Who We Are

NMPHC is a federally qualified health center that serves local communities with accessible and affordable health care for all! The Position We’re hiring a Dentist to provide high-quality, patient-centered oral health care in our Walnut clinic. This role exists to expand access to timely preventive and restorative dentistry while maintaining safe, consistent clinical standards.

Key responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive exams, diagnose conditions, and create treatment plans
  • Deliver restorative care (fillings, crowns/bridges as applicable), extractions, and preventive services
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene and follow-up care
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with applicable regulations
  • Coordinate care with the dental team to support efficient patient flow

Required qualifications/skills

  • DDS or DMD from an accredited program
  • Active (or eligible) Mississippi dental license
  • Current DEA (or ability to obtain) and BLS/CPR
  • Strong clinical judgment, communication, and professionalism
  • Apply today to be considered for this Dentist role. Your Typical Day Your day runs Monday–Friday, 8:30–5:00. You’ll start by reviewing the schedule and any notes from prior visits, then move through a steady mix of new patients and returning patients. Between appointments, you’ll document care, update treatment plans, and coordinate with assistants and front-desk staff to keep visits on time. You’ll also take a few minutes with patients to explain options in plain language and confirm next steps before they leave. By late afternoon, you’ll wrap up charts, confirm follow-ups, and prepare for the next day’s cases. Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive salary: $176,000–$199,000
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage - 401(k)
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Quarterly bonus opportunity

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD from an accredited program and possess an active or eligible Mississippi dental license. Current DEA and BLS/CPR certifications are also required.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Communication
  • Professionalism
  • Diagnosis
  • Extractions
  • Treatment planning
  • Patient education
  • Clinical documentation
  • Preventive dentistry
  • Restorative care
  • Comprehensive exams

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Medical coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Quarterly bonus opportunity

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$175,000 - $199,000/yr
Location
Tippah County, Mississippi
Posted
Jul 27, 2026
Application
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North Mississippi Primary Health Care

North Mississippi Primary Health Care is hiring in Tippah County, Mississippi. This opening is listed as full_time.

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Dental hygienist roles in Mississippi

Dental hygienist openings in Mississippi are often shaped by steady patient demand in general and specialty practices, with employers looking for clinicians who can work smoothly with dentists and support staff. These roles can be competitive because licensure in good standing and current CPR/BLS certification are required, and teamwork, mutual respect, and cooperation are emphasized. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license, BLS status, and readiness for a hands-on skill assessment before applying.

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