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Job Description
- Part-Time Traveling Endodontist – North Dakota | Licensure Sponsorship Available
- Company: PopUp Smiles, Inc.
- Location: MHA Nation, North Dakota
- Assignment Dates: December 14th–17th, 2026 | 1–2 Clinical Days
- Position Type: Part-Time Independent Contractor
- Compensation: Agreed-Upon Daily Rate + Production-Based Bonus
- Put Your Endodontic Expertise Where It's Needed Most
Significant earning potential exists, as we have immediate needs in North Dakota and will sponsor the right candidate for licensure there.
PopUp Smiles is seeking an experienced Endodontist to provide specialized care for MHA Nation in North Dakota. Qualified specialists from California, Minnesota, and other states are encouraged to apply, including those who do not currently hold a North Dakota license.
About PopUp Smiles
PopUp Smiles, Inc. is a forward-thinking mobile dental healthcare provider headquartered in Newport Beach, California. We specialize in delivering high-quality, accessible dental care directly to patients across diverse communities.
Our mission is to expand oral healthcare access by bringing comprehensive, compassionate, and professional dental services to workplaces, schools, residential communities, and remote areas.
Position Overview
The Part-Time Independent Contractor Traveling Endodontist is an experienced clinical provider engaged on an as-needed basis to travel to assigned PopUp Smiles locations and Dental Days.
The Endodontist will provide high-quality endodontic diagnosis and treatment while maintaining exceptional clinical standards, patient care, documentation, and professionalism.
This role requires clinical expertise, adaptability, and the ability to collaborate effectively with mobile dental teams in a fast-paced environment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Travel to assigned locations to provide endodontic services based on patient and operational needs.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat pulpal and periapical conditions within the scope of endodontic practice.
- Perform root canal therapy, retreatment, and other endodontic procedures within licensure and clinical competency.
- Review diagnostic imaging and develop appropriate endodontic treatment recommendations.
- Clearly communicate treatment findings, options, risks, and post-operative instructions to patients.
- Coordinate with PopUp Smiles dentists, clinical teams, and field personnel to support efficient patient flow and continuity of care.
- Maintain complete, timely, and accurate clinical documentation.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, infection control requirements, applicable dental board regulations, and PopUp Smiles clinical policies.
- Represent PopUp Smiles professionally and deliver exceptional patient care at every assigned location.
Qualifications & Requirements
- DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
- Completion of an accredited endodontic specialty training program.
Active, unrestricted dental license in at least one U.S. state.
Ability to obtain all required North Dakota licensure and specialty credentials before providing clinical services.
- Appropriate professional liability insurance.
- DEA registration where applicable.
- Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and professionalism.
- Willingness to travel for mutually agreed-upon assignments and communicate availability in a timely manner.
Compensation & Independent Contractor Status
Compensation will consist of an agreed-upon day rate for each scheduled service day, plus a production-based bonus.
The applicable day rate, production thresholds, bonus methodology, and payment terms will be established separately in the independent contractor agreement or applicable compensation schedule.
This is a part-time independent contractor engagement. Services are provided on an as-needed, mutually agreed-upon basis. This position is not eligible for employee benefits, including medical, dental, or vision insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, or paid holidays.
If you're an experienced Endodontist interested in providing specialized care where your expertise can make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.
- Please submit your resume, current state licensure information, availability, and preferred contact number.
- Join PopUp Smiles and help expand access to essential endodontic care.
Key Responsibilities
The Endodontist will travel to assigned locations to perform specialized endodontic procedures, including root canal therapy and diagnosis. They are responsible for maintaining high clinical standards, accurate documentation, and effective collaboration with mobile dental teams.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree and have completed an accredited endodontic specialty training program. An active, unrestricted dental license in at least one U.S. state is required, along with the ability to obtain North Dakota licensure.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Endodontics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for North Dakota is 89.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.8% of North Dakota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | North Dakota index 89.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in North Dakota | 19 active | 5,632 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 44% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| New Endodontics listings | 59 in the last 30 days | 36 the 30 days before (+64%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
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