Dentist

Dentist

Position Summary: This is a Locum Tenens on‑call position. Provides and oversees direct dental diagnosis, treatment, procedures, and care for a specified patient population.

Reimbursements

• Travel time
• Mileage
• Per diem expenses (when applicable)
• Lodging accommodations

Reimbursements are provided in accordance with UNM policy and approved travel guidelines.

Conditions of Employment

• CPR Certified.
• Specialty licensure/certification may be required, as specified by the department.
• Must pass a pre‑employment criminal background check.
• May be subject to credentialing process; must maintain credentialed status, if applicable.
• Must maintain certification status.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate degree in Dental Surgery or Dental Medicine; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities; or enrollment in a Dental Residency Program. Certification/Licensure: Current Licensure from New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Additional Requirements

State of New Mexico and Federal DEA Certification are requirements for this position.

Note

While applications received by the best consideration date will be given priority, we will continue to accept applications until the positions are filled. If this posting is still visible, the department is actively accepting applications and continues to seek candidates to fill multiple vacancies.

Vendor Preference Program

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

EEO Statement

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Background Check

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions to successfully pass a pre‑employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit the provided policy links.