Part-time Associate Dentist - Upward Smiles Corporation - Festus, MO

Part-Time Contracted Dentist (1-4 Days/Week) Organization: Upward Smiles® Location: Festus, MO (30 miles south of downtown St. Louis) Make a Difference with Your Dental Skills Upward Smiles® is the largest private, non-profit dental provider for underprivileged children in the Greater St. Louis Area. We are seeking a compassionate dentist who believes in providing top-quality, state-of-the-art care without the sales pressure common in modern dentistry. If you are mission-driven and want your work to have a genuine impact on the community, this may be the perfect fit for you. The Opportunity We are looking for a Part-time Contracted Associate Dentist to join our team for as little as one day or as many as four days per week. This role is ideal for a provider who is passionate about public health and serving those in need. Our practice is majority Medicaid-covered patients, along with uninsured patients presenting with urgent needs. Key Responsibilities: Provide routine dental care for children and some adults. Perform examinations, cleanings, and comprehensive restorative work. Conduct extractions, fillings, etc. Qualifications & Requirements Required: Must have or be able to obtain an unrestricted license to practice dentistry in Missouri; license must not have been disciplined . Highly Preferred: We strongly encourage dentists already credentialed with Missouri Medicaid to apply. Experience in an FQHC, public health, or Medicaid-focused dental office. Certified specialties in pedodontics, endodontics, or oral surgery. Why Join Upward Smiles? Focus on Patients, Not Production: Join a team dedicated to compassionate care, free from the "sell" aspect of private practice. Flexible Schedule: Enjoy a contract that supports your work-life balance (1-4 days per week). Meaningful Work: Be a vital part of the largest non-profit provider serving underprivileged children in the greater St. Louis region. To Apply If you are a mission-driven dentist ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume. Job Types: Part-time, Contract Work Location: In person Job Types: Part-time, Contract Work Location: In person

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