Job Description
Overview:
Dentist
Carrizozo, New Mexico
At Presbyterian, it’s not just what we do that matters. It’s how we do it. How we do things here makes all the difference.
Presbyterian is a great place to practice medicine and provide safe, high-quality care. Here, you’ll find a different way to make a difference.
Presbyterian Medical Group seeks a BE/BC Dentist to join our established practice in Carrizozo, NM. We’re all about well-being, starting with yours. We offer a nationally competitive salary with relocation allowance available, CME allowance and fully paid malpractice insurance.
Practice Highlights
- Patient volume: 8-10 plus hygiene checks
- Support staff: 1 dental assistant
- No Call Requirement
- Basic restorative services with some endodontic treatment & oral surgeries for emergent cases
- Any special procedures: Operating room dentistry available if candidate has had GPR/AEGD residency with operating room experience
- Systemwide EPIC electronic medical record system with dedicated onsite support
What We’re Seeking:
- Must be BC/BE in Dentistry
- Outstanding patient care qualities, highly motivated with an interest to grow their practice
- Patient-focused, collaborative and team oriented
- Ability to obtain a medical license to practice in the state of New Mexico
We offer all employees a robust, day one effective benefits plan consisting of medical, dental, and vision and more. Exceptional retirement plans – 403b retirement savings program with both matching programs and employer contributions.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services:
Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state’s largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees – including 1,200 providers and 3,500 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
Why Carrizozo:
Nestled in the picturesque Tularosa Basin, Carrizozo, New Mexico, offers a unique blend of small-town charm and natural beauty, making it an ideal place to live and work.
Carrizozo boasts a rich history, stunning landscapes, and a slower pace of life that allows for a deeper connection with your patients and surroundings. The area offers affordable living, a safe environment, and easy access to outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and exploring nearby White Sands National Park, Carrizozo is not just a place to work; it’s a place to thrive where your expertise and dedication can truly make a difference in the lives of those you serve.
Carrizozo is centrally located within driving distance of several popular tourist attractions in New Mexico:
- White Sands National Park (1 hour) - Known for its vast, wave-like dunes of gypsum sand, this park offers unique landscapes for hiking, sledding, and photography.
- Lincoln Historic Site (30 minutes) - A preserved 19th-century town famous for its role in the Lincoln County War and connections to Billy the Kid.
- Valley of Fires Recreation Area (15 minutes) - Home to one of the youngest lava flows in the continental U.S., offering trails and stunning views of the rugged volcanic landscape.
- Three Rivers Petroglyph Site (45 minutes) - Features over 21,000 ancient petroglyphs etched into rocks by Native Americans, providing insight into the region’s rich cultural history.
- Ruidoso (1 hour) - A popular mountain resort town offering skiing, hiking, and the Ruidoso Downs Race Track.
These nearby attractions make Carrizozo an appealing place to live for those who appreciate both the quiet of rural life and easy access to outdoor adventure and cultural experiences.
Responsibilities:
Provide dental care for children and adults with proof of competency as demonstrated via case logs for last 12 months.
Credentials Required:
Successful completion of an American Dental Association approved school of dentistry accredited by the Commission of Dental Accreditation and a hospital based residency in general dentistry OR have equivalent experience as a dentist member of a hospital medical staff.
Qualifications:
Type of Opportunity: Full Time
FTE: 1.000000
We offer more than the standard benefits!
Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more! In addition, we offer all employees a robust, day one effective benefits plan consisting of medical, dental, vision and more. Exceptional retirement plans - 403b retirement savings program with both matching programs and employer contributions.
Learn more about our employee benefits
Presbyterian is not just a great place to practice medicine, its where you'll find a different way to make a difference. Our commitment to safe, high-quality care is at the heart of everything we do. Here's a glimpse of what sets us apart:
- Technology and digital platforms allow our clinicians to focus on meaningful work and reduce friction in your practice.
- Innovative care models improve access and free providers to focus on our patients. Clinicians spend more time connecting patients with affordable, innovative solutions that keep them healthy.
- All employees have a Strongline silent alarm badge to help you be - and feel -- safer at work.
- The RESET program is a multi-day immersive retreat designed for clinicians, fostering personal and professional growth. Through interactive sessions, self-reflection, and peer support, participants gain insights, tools, and practices to enhance well-being, resilience, and intentional living.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses
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