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Dental - Endodontist DMD/DDS

Bellin Gundersen · La Crosse, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 8, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

The department includes orthodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, prosthodontics and pediatric dentistry. Tell me about a case you managed with other specialists.

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate across specialties, which this department expects.

How do you work with general dentists and physicians who refer to you?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate clearly and build referral relationships in a health system.

The posting asks for a champion in innovation. Tell me about a new technique or tool you brought into your practice.

What they are checking: Whether they actually adopt and evaluate new methods instead of just talking about innovation.

What would you do

A patient comes in with severe pain, but you can't find a clear tooth source. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they avoid treating the wrong tooth and consider non-dental causes of pain.

There is an oral and maxillofacial surgery residency here. How would you contribute to teaching?

What they are checking: Whether they are open to working with residents and learners.

Outreach to nearby communities is a possibility. How do you feel about traveling to serve patients there?

What they are checking: Whether they are willing to support access to specialty care outside La Crosse.

About the work

How do you use cone beam CT in your diagnosis and treatment planning, and when don't you use it?

What they are checking: Whether they use CBCT for good reasons and balance its value against radiation dose.

Walk me through how you'd handle a complex retreatment case with a separated instrument.

What they are checking: Whether they can explain options, risks and when to refer for surgery.

How do you decide between retreatment, apical surgery and extraction with an implant?

What they are checking: Whether they weigh tooth prognosis honestly and involve other specialists in the choice.

How do you treat a pediatric patient with an immature tooth and a dying pulp?

What they are checking: Whether they know options like apexification or regenerative endodontics.

How do you handle a medically complex patient, like someone on blood thinners or with a heart condition?

What they are checking: Whether they coordinate with physicians in a hospital setting to treat safely.

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The full job description

As published by Bellin Gundersen.

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Gundersen Health System, based in La Crosse, WI is recruiting for an Endodontist to join its Department of Dental Specialties! Qualifications include a DDS/DMD degree, completion of an ADA accredited advanced education program in Endodontics and a current Wisconsin license or eligibility to obtain one. In addition, a Minnesota dental license is desirable. We seek a champion in innovation with the ability to collaborate extensively with others. The Dental Specialties Department is composed of a team of dental specialists in orthodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics and pediatric dentistry. Our teams work collaboratively across clinical departments to provide excellent care and high-quality treatment to meet our patient’s needs. In addition, we are home to an accredited Oral and Maxillofacial residency program. Outreach to close neighboring communities is a possibility. What we offer: • Structured and supportive onboarding process, which includes mentorship from a Senior Doctor • Experienced Endo team (including administrative professionals and clinical assistants) • Global Microscopes • Morita Cone Beam Unit • State of the art equipment • Steady patient base • Clinical Autonomy • 10 days of CME plus funds • Highly competitive compensation & benefits package, including loan forgiveness, ample time-off, moving expenses, and a generous retirement plan. This unique practice opportunity will allow you to enjoy a balanced lifestyle in the exquisite Upper Mississippi River Valley and beautiful bluff country of Southwestern Wisconsin. La Crosse offers a family-friendly environment with excellent public and private schools and abundant recreational opportunities, from water sports, to hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, and more. The region boasts an excellent variety of dining options and a rich cultural scene for lovers of art, music, and theater. Brent Wood bawood@emplifyhealth.org (608) 775-4243 I f you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267. We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer

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