Dentist

Family HealthCare has an exciting and unique experience for a Dentist! We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate Dentist to provide care to our unique patient population. If you are mission-driven and have a passion for helping others, join our team!

Position Summary

The Dentist performs professional dental care in the diagnosis and treatment of patients

• Performs dental services including but not limited to oral examinations, fillings, extractions, crowns, and root canals following policies and procedures regarding scope of care, patient scheduling, treatment sequencing, and restorative material options.
• Makes appropriate referrals as needed to dental specialists.
• Interprets radiographs, diagnoses dental disease, evaluates oral health, and collaboratively plans treatment with patient.
• Prescribes medication and/or determines appropriate dosages for medication.
• Maintains and updates patient charts and records; completes all chart documentation within 48 hours of patient visit.
• Oversees the preventive maintenance of clinic equipment and instruments.
• Participates in problem solving and continuous quality improvement and risk management activities by applying LEAN principles, engaging in Patient Centered Medical Homes (PCMH) and working to implement patient centered communication skills.
• Collaborates with dental hygienist to optimize preventive care.
• Makes referrals to Behavioral Health, Medical Clinic, and Community Health Advocates as needed.
• Monitors blood pressure, pulse, pulse oximetry and makes appropriate referrals to MD as necessary.
• Understand dental benefits (Medicaid, Slide, etc.) and bill appropriately for proper dental services. Explain cost of treatment to patient prior to service.

Education/Experience:

• Graduation from an approved school of dentistry.
• Two years experience in the practice of dentistry preferred.
• Licensure to practice dentistry in both the states of North Dakota and Minnesota required.
• Provider must be in good standing and eligible to participate in all public funded programs, including Medicaid and any managed care programs.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to diagnose and treat dental and oral disease.
• Working knowledge of the principles, standard practices methods and techniques of dentistry.
• Knowledge of preventative dentistry and educational methodologies utilized in prevention.
• Skill in oral operative techniques and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff.
• Exhibit cultural sensitivity.

Benefits:

• Productivity Incentive Potential
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• CME Time and Allowance
• Paid Holidays
• 401K Retirement Plan with company match
• Paid Malpractice Insurance (FTCA)
• No late evenings or weekend hours
• Fitness center reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Join our team today!

Salary : $140,000 - $190,000