Dentist

The Iowa Primary Care Association is actively recruiting a General Dentist to provide care at a vibrant community health center (FQHC) in Columbus City, IA!

Upcoming Grads are encouraged to apply to this upcoming opening available to start in the summer of 2026.

What is a community health center (FQHC)?

The largest source of comprehensive primary care for underserved communities and populations.  

With an integrated care model that includes medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services, patients can access comprehensive, coordinated services often under one roof. 

Role Details:

• Hours: Flexible within clinic hours Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri 8am-5pm & Wed 8am-7pm
• Sees on average 15 patients per day
• Provider team includes: 2 dentists, 2 hygienists, + dental assistants
• EHR: Epic

Benefits:

• Student Loan Repayment Programs: Eligible for $50,000 in student loan repayment in exchange for 2 years of service through  federal programs
• Competitive Salary: $197,000-246,000 per year depending upon experience plus additional production incentives
• Licensing and Professional Subscriptions: Reimbursement provided.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending available.
• Wellness Reimbursement Program: Reimburse your monthly gym/fitness/wellness fee up to $25/month
• Continuing Education: 5-10 paid days + $3000-$4000/year
• Additional $5 per hygienist chart they sign off, paid monthly (estimated between $6000-$12,000 more annually)
• Eligible for $10,000 bonus each year when signing a 3-year contract and could continue annually for up to 5 years.
• Paid Time Off: 20-28 PTO days/year + 7 paid holidays
• Retirement Plans: 403b plan (4% of salary + 1% additional if employee contributes 2%); 457 plan eligible

Join us in making a difference in the community while enjoying a rewarding career with excellent benefits and a supportive work environment!

•  DDS/DMD degree from an approved dental school 
• Licensure to practice dentistry in the state of Iowa