Description

Job Title: Staff Dentist
Department: Dental
Reports To: Dental Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Classification: Temporary, On Call (fill in as needed)
Job Function: Clinical
Schedule: Fill in as needed; 8-hour shift between the hours of 8:00am-6:30pm)
Location: 50100 Golsh Road, Valley Center, CA 92082
 
SUMMARY 
As part of the on-call pool of General Dentists, this position will fill in for dentists on PTO, leave of absence, or out due to illness. Primary responsibility will be diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums, and related oral structures by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Performs patient examinations and oral cancer screening.
2. Educates patient in oral and dental hygiene.
3. Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of dental diseases, injuries and malformations of the oral cavity and surrounding tissues.
4. Oral manifestations of systemic diseases will be treated in conjunction with appropriate consultation and referral to the patient's physician. Routinely screened for hypertension and refer as needed.
5. Provide routine dental care to all eligible patients as outlined by the IHC eligibility grid. Services include general operative procedures, prosthodontics, removable prosthetics, endodontic, oral surgery, preventive and educational services. Administers anesthetic for dental procedures.
6. Provides timely emergency treatment for all eligible patients according to dental emergency treatment protocol.
7. Attends continuing dental education to maintain a current dental license and to be informed of new techniques and philosophies.
8. Maintains a current CPR, dental license and DEA certification.
9. Rotates to Santa Ysabel site as needed.
10. Participates in all department educational development activities to include but not limited to CQI, chart audits, referral follow up and departmental policies and procedure development.
11. Assists with in service training, as needed.
12. Maintains and practices confidentiality at all times.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 
Supervises assigned assistant and such supervisory responsibility delegated by Dental Director. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

TRAVEL & DRIVING REQUIREMENTS
Travel and driving are not required for this position.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE 
• Graduate of an accredited dental school
• Two (2) years dentistry experience beyond school of dentistry. 5 years preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGULATIONS 
• Must have a current California dental license
• DEA license
• Current CPR certification: ACLS and PALS preferred; or attain within 6 months of hire.
• A valid California driver’s license and a good driving record will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. 
• Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam, tuberculin skin test or x-ray and urine drug screen test to include marijuana. Health must be adequate to perform all duties of the position.
• Must pass background check.

-Active membership in the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and applicable county component (Orange, Riverside, or San Diego) preferred, but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Well-developed interpersonal skills with ability to interpret complex medical data essential. 
• Creative, energetic individual with strong public relations abilities
• Professional demeanor, attitude and motivation essential. 
• Thorough knowledge of principles of modern dental practices to public services; structure and functions of public health organizations; and current social and economic problems pertaining to Native American. 
• General knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to public health. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; coordinate activities among public, public, private, and professional groups; express ideas clearly and concisely; address audiences effectively; and exercise balanced judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS 
Must be proficient in the following:
• Productivity Software: Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams (messaging, virtual meetings, file sharing) and Share Point. 
• Proficiency in Dental EHR software; NextGen and QSI preferred.
• Paycom, Paycom Learning and PolicyTech utilization.

Indian Preference shall be given in accordance with IHC’s Policies and Procedures.

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