General Dentist

General Dentist Opportunity - Joplin, MO

We are seeking a patient-focused General Dentist to join our thriving practice, My Dentist - Joplin. This is an outstanding opportunity for a dentist who values professional growth, a strong patient base, and a vibrant community with access to big-city amenities.

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Competitive Earnings: Guaranteed base salary with uncapped earning potential to match your expertise and commitment.
• Discretionary Personal Time Off (PTO): Maintain a healthy work-life balance with the freedom to take the time you need, ensuring you stay refreshed and energized.

• Wealth-Building Opportunities: Participate in Heartland Dental stock offerings and grow alongside our success.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, ensuring your well-being and financial security.
• Tuition Reimbursement:  Financial assistance toward student loan payments, helping you tackle education debt while building your career with us.

• Clinical Skills Development: Immerse yourself in world-class continuing education programs designed to hone your clinical skills and elevate your career.

• Unmatched Mentorship: Connect 1:1 with experienced mentors and tap into the collective wisdom of an expansive network of dental professionals. Our commitment to your growth extends beyond the clinical realm, providing valuable networking opportunities to foster professional and personal relationships.

• Advanced Professional Accreditation: Enroll in the Doctor Mastery Program to earn your Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), expanding your service offerings and enhancing your professional standing.

Why Choose Joplin, Missouri?

• A Better Balance Between Work and Life

Enjoy the advantages of living in a community where getting around is manageable, everyday conveniences are close by, and you can spend less time navigating big-city traffic and more time enjoying life outside the office. Joplin offers a relaxed pace without sacrificing access to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and essential services.

• Outdoor Recreation Right Within Reach

If you enjoy spending time outdoors, Joplin offers plenty of opportunities to get outside and recharge. Explore local parks and trails, enjoy cycling and hiking, or plan weekend trips to the lakes and recreation areas of the Ozarks. You can enjoy an active lifestyle without needing to live in a major city.

• A Welcoming Community With Regional Convenience

Joplin combines a community-oriented atmosphere with the amenities of a regional hub. Enjoy local restaurants, community events, arts and entertainment, and a variety of shopping and recreational options. Its location near the Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas borders also makes it convenient to explore neighboring communities and destinations.

• Room to Grow Professionally

Heartland Dental gives you the chance to use your skills, continue learning, and build a career you are proud of. Join a practice where your clinical judgment, patient relationships, and professional goals can matter. We welcome a dentist who values quality care, collaboration, and the opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients.

Why Choose Heartland Dental?

As the leader of your supported office, you'll enjoy unparalleled support to deliver exceptional lifetime patient care.

Here is what sets us apart:

• Full Clinical Autonomy: Enjoy a work environment that fosters full clinical autonomy. We believe in empowering our supported Doctors to make decisions that best serve their patients and contribute to their professional growth. 

• World-Class Growth Opportunities: Expand your skills with industry-leading CE programs, personalized mentorship, and access to a network of over 2,800 supported Dentists.

• Top-Tier Technology & Support: Operate with the highest-quality technology, supplies, and administrative support to elevate your practice and focus on patient care.

• Collective Strength of Heartland Dental: Being part of the largest network of doctors means you have unparalleled access to resources, technology, and collaboration opportunities. Experience the strength and support that comes with being part of Heartland Dental. 

• Founded by a Doctor, for Doctors: Heartland Dental, founded by a doctor for doctors, holds a mission to support dentists and their teams. Be part of a network that prioritizes delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities we serve.

What We’re Looking For:

• DDS/DMD Degree: Possess a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, along with an active and unrestricted license in the state of Missouri. 

• Dedication to Excellence: A passion for delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care with a commitment to fostering trust and comfort.

• Commitment to Continuous Learning: Exhibit a strong desire to continue learning and expanding clinical skills to meet the evolving needs of patients. We foster an environment that encourages professional growth and development. 

• Credentialing with Dental Insurance Plans: Ability and willingness to become credentialed with various dental insurance plans, ensuring seamless and comprehensive coverage for our patients. 

Physical Requirements:

• Essential Duties Performance: Demonstrate the ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. We are committed to providing accommodations that enable individuals with disabilities to excel in their roles. 

• Versatility in Sitting and Standing: Expect prolonged periods of sitting and standing, adapting to the dynamic nature of dental practice. 

• Physical Stamina: Capable of lifting and carrying up to 45 pounds when necessary, ensuring your physical stamina aligns with the demands of the role. 

• Virtual and In-Person Training: Availability to attend periodic virtual training sessions (or in-person when required) throughout the year. We prioritize ongoing education to enhance your skills and keep you at the forefront of industry advancements. 

• Tuberculosis (TB) Testing: As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion.  We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment. 

The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.