What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dentist position at MarillacHealth?
Job Summary:
The Dentist at MarillacHealth Assesses the patient by taking pertinent dental and medical history, performs oral examinations, orders and/or takes appropriate x-rays. Provides patient treatment and follow-up within the parameters of the MarillacHealth Dental Program service policies. Refers patient to other dental professionals when situation necessitates. Educates patients on oral health.
Essential Functions:
Ensures appropriate documentation and maintenance of each patients Dental record
Strives to achieve acceptable and established productivity levels. Displays self-direction and initiative in working to achieve goals
Be a Leader of the Dental team and give direction to auxiliary staff
Responsible for the infection control procedures of the laboratory and operatory facilities cleanup, with delegation and supervision of these duties as appropriate
Responsible for monitoring the inventory of dental equipment and supplies, ensuring that quality, cost effective equipment and supplies are ordered in a timely manner, with delegation and supervision of these duties as appropriate
Participates in quality assurance projects. Works closely with other dentists and administrative staff to set quality goals on an annual basis
Acts as a representative of the MarillacHealth, Inc. with local dentists and their staffs, dental laboratories, service clubs and organizations, patients, and the general public, acting in a professional and responsible manner
Participate in Peer review
Maintain credentialing and privileges
Take part in appropriate CE to keep up to date in Dental techniques and to maintain licensure.
Participate with teaching of residents and students and maintain faculty status
Assist the QI department in all HRSA requirements
Comply with all OSHA, HIPAA and BLS Policies and procedures at Marillac Health
Performs other related job duties as assigned by supervisor
Competencies:
Dental Acumen
Dental Medical Records
Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
Required Education/Experience:
Current Colorado Dentist license. DEA license, BLS
Preferred Education/ Experience:
A year of experience is preferred but not required (DDS,DMD)
Pediatric experience preferred.
A residency (AEGD or GPR) preferred
Additional Eligibility: Must be current or willing to be vaccinated for the following
o TDAP (up to date booster)
o MMR series
o Varicella
o HEP B series
o Flu Shot
o TB Screening
o COVID
