Full-time Dentist- St. Joseph, MO (83215)
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Job Description
- Job Location: MO, St. Joseph - Western Rcpt, Diagnostic & Correctional Ctr - ST JOSEPH, MO 64506
- Position Type: Full-Time
- Education Level: Professional Degree
- Job Shift: Day
- Job Category: Dentist
Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full-time Dentist to join our team at Western Reception Diagnostic and Correctional Center located in, St. Joseph, Missouri.
The Dentist provides comprehensive professional dental treatment to address the oral health needs of incarcerated patients including routine recall exams, simple extractions, restorations, prosthetic services, prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, and endodontic treatments.
Qualifications DDS or DMD degree from an accredited program Experience in providing comprehensive dental services in a correctional, community health, or indigent environment preferred Valid Missouri dental license, DEA and BNDD Must be able to pass background investigation, drug screening and obtain agency security clearance where applicable 30 hours per week.
Weekday schedule with three ten-hour shifts per week.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including: Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off Paid holidays Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education benefits Much more...
Some of the unique benefits of correctional healthcare include: A clinically interesting, diverse patient population in a secure and structured setting Exciting and rewarding career in one of the fastest growing areas of healthcare Freedom from insurance, coding and reimbursement hassles Ability to make a real difference to an important and underserved population!
Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings.
Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both.
To learn more, please contact Natelie Blasius natelie@teamcenturion.com 928-249-1930 indmhm
Key Responsibilities
The dentist provides comprehensive professional dental treatment to incarcerated patients, including exams, extractions, and restorations. They are responsible for maintaining oral health through various procedures such as prophylaxis and endodontic treatments.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited program and possess a valid Missouri dental license, DEA, and BNDD. Applicants must also be able to pass a background investigation and drug screening.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Full-time Dentist- St. Joseph, MO (83215) at Centurion Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Dentistry Career Context
Of the 46 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 37% have no call, 85% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Dentist median $250k (middle half $200k–$300k)414 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Missouri index 90.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Missouri | 136 active | 5,806 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 37% no call · 85% no weekends46 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Missouri healthcare professional listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 4% offer loan repayment136 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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