General Dentist​/Oral Health Provider Integrated Care

General Dentist/ Oral Health Provider Integrated Care

Requisition Number: DENTI
004790

Location: Thornton, CO 80229, USA

• Posted:
  January 15, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Clinica Family Health & Wellness is a community health center and medical safety net serving Adams, Boulder, and Gilpin county communities. We provide high-quality care to individuals and families at prices they can afford, focusing on access to care without compromising essential needs such as housing or food. Clinica is an approved participant of the Colorado Health Service Corps and National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Programs.

Pending eligibility, providers may be awarded up to $120,000 for helping our communities.

• FSA/HSA
• Life and Disability
• Retirement with Employer Contributions
• Paid time off
• Open communication with leadership and mission-focused engagement
• Training and growth opportunities with a supportive team

Compensation: Approximately $63.05 - $75.29 per hour. All pay rates are based on experience and internal equity.

Provide high-quality dental care that is culturally appropriate and prevention-focused. Serve as a leader on the dental team, contributing to the smooth operation of the team, site, and organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide care in general dental practice including diagnosis, preventative dentistry, operative dentistry, pedodontics, periodontics, removable prosthodontics, endodontics, fixed prosthodontics, oral surgery, and orthodontics.
• Expand and maintain rapport with the dental community in the service area and broaden referral networks.
• Communicate appropriately with health & human services agencies, local governments, and community organizations as needed.
• Engage with the dental provider team to determine clinical guidelines and follow Clinica Standards of Care.
• Collaborate as an equal member of the team to provide high-quality care across all levels.
• Support and teach team members; participate in student education where applicable.
• Demonstrate knowledge of general dental practice principles and evidence-based treatment methodologies and risk-based care.
• Ensure optimal access to care through clinical productivity and addressing patient barriers.
• Engage with non-dental teams to integrate Clinica systems, especially between medical and dental clinical teams.
• Provide required documentation for credentialing and privileging (initial and biannual).
• Be respectful and responsive to staff and patients and promote teamwork and feedback.
• Manage ongoing daily clinical work timeliness and thoroughness.
• Exhibit leadership in improving patient and staff experience; communicate effectively, including motivational interviewing.
• Collaborate with teammates clinically and administratively, following Clinica procedures.
• Use electronic dental and health records (EDR/EHR), registries, and templates effectively.

Dentistry on the Pods

• Primarily initiate and maintain the dental prevention and education program in an integrated medical setting, coordinating with medical and dental teams.
• Assess risk, apply fluoride treatments, and provide oral health education to parents and children in medical settings; assist in establishing a dental home.
• Maximize community linkages and advocate for patients.
• Manage patient care and develop clinical guidelines within the scope of dental hygiene practice.

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an approved School of Dentistry and a current license to practice dentistry in the State of Colorado.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to diagnose and treat dental and oral disease.
• Working knowledge of dentistry principles, standard practices, methods, and techniques.
• Knowledge of preventative dentistry, risk-based care, and educational/communication methodologies.
• Skill in operative techniques and ability to establish effective relationships with patients and staff.
• Ability to work in a team-based care environment.
• Understanding and application of quality improvement practices is preferred.
• Sensitivity to low-income and ethnic minority communities is essential.

Note:

Clinica Family Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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