What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dentist - 20 hours/week position at Union Community Care?
JOB SUMMARY
To provide basic primary dental care to the patients of Union Community Care (UCC).
SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES
Clinical
1. Provide basic primary dental care for patients including diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontal, oral surgery, and anterior endodontic services
2. Provide patient referrals to specialists when procedures fall outside the scope of service the provider is able to provide, impacted teeth, surgical periodontal and endodontic procedures, and orthodontic procedures
3. Facilitate oral health education for patients both clinically and in outreach settings
4. Consult with patients’ physicians when appropriate
5. Maintain legible, legal documentation in patient charts as directed by department policies
6. Participate in continuing education to stay abreast on new techniques and procedures in the field of dentistry
Billing
7. Accurately code procedures following each dental visit
8. Follow procedures for ensuring prior authorization is received before initiation of the procedures that require pre-authorization
Miscellaneous Duties:
9. Provide guidance and direction for dental assistants and front office staff
10. Provide off-hours telephone coverage for dental patients of UCC
11. Participate in any meeting, seminars, or training sessions as directed by the Dental Director or CEO
12. Consult with patients’ physicians when appropriate
13. Perform other work-related duties as assigned
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Active Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Dental License
- Active DEA Number at UCC
- Dental Degree (D.D.S. or D.M.D.) from Accredited Dental School
- Successful completion of UCC’s credentialing process
- Participation in all insurance plans that UCC accepts
- English proficiency required
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
In order to fulfill the requirements of this position, duties 1-13 are considered essential functions of the job.
ORGANIZATIONAL INVOLVEMENT
This position is required to participate in mandatory all staff meetings, team meetings and trainings.
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
