Dentist

Job ID: RQ00001896
Des Moines, IA
Perm/Full-Timeemergency

Dentist – Community Health Setting (Make a Difference in Central Iowa)

Location: Marshalltown, IA

Schedule: Flexible hours, no weekends

About the Opportunity

Join a leading community health organization dedicated to providing comprehensive care to all individuals, regardless of their circumstances. Located in Marshalltown, this opportunity allows you to engage in meaningful work as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will play a pivotal role in delivering essential oral health services and community support, making a lasting impact on patients' lives in Central Iowa.

Position Overview

As a Dentist in our community-focused clinic, you will assess, diagnose, and create personalized treatment plans for a diverse patient population. Your daily responsibilities will include delivering preventive, restorative, and emergency dental care, while also educating patients on oral health. You will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide integrated care and support educational initiatives through mentoring and outreach.

Position Highlights

  • Flexible schedule with no weekend commitments
  • Opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team
  • Emphasis on comprehensive and compassionate patient care
  • Engage in community outreach and education
  • Support for ongoing professional development
  • Focus on holistic and culturally sensitive communication
  • Mentorship opportunities for dental students
  • Compensation & Benefits

  • Generous PTO – Five weeks in the first year, plus paid holidays
  • License and certification fee reimbursement
  • Continuing education time off and reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • Additional supplemental and pet insurance discounts
  • Ideal Candidate

    The ideal candidate will have a DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school and a current Iowa dental license. You should be certified in BLS and Mandatory Reporter Training and experienced in community health settings. Strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and the ability to effectively serve a diverse patient base are essential. Bilingual skills and experience in a hospital-based general practice residency are highly valued.

    Next Steps

    If you are passionate about making a difference in community health and meet the qualifications, we invite you to apply. Our interview process is designed to ensure a great fit for both you and our team. Submit your application today to take the first step in joining our dedicated healthcare community.

    Compensation context

    Posted range on this job
    Not published
    Median dentist midpoint, nationwide
    $155,000
    7 openings with a range

    Figures are posted ranges on current searches, recomputed hourly, not survey estimates. See dentist salary by state →

    Frequently asked questions

    Is this Dentist position in Des Moines, Iowa still open?
    Yes. This page comes from a live search MedStaff Nationwide is running for a client, and it is taken down the day the position fills. The search was posted on July 7, 2026.
    What does this dentist job pay?
    The employer has not published a range on this posting. Your recruiter can share it on the first call. For context, the median posted midpoint across 7 current dentist openings nationwide is $155,000.
    Is there a fee to apply through MedStaff Nationwide?
    No. The hiring organization pays our fee when you start. You work with one recruiter for the whole search, and nothing is sent to the employer without your permission.
    How long does it take to get licensed in Iowa?
    You'll need an active Iowa dental license and any state-specific permits (sedation, anesthesia) your role requires. Your MedStaff recruiter walks you through Iowa's board requirements and timelines.
    What happens after I apply?
    The recruiter running this search calls you, usually within one business day, to confirm fit, answer the questions the posting leaves out, and set up the first interview if you want to move forward.