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Dentist

4 months ago


Mankato, United States Open Door Health Center Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:


Job Title:                                 Staff Dentist

Reports to:                              Dental Director

Department:                           Dental Clinic

Hours Required:                     Exempt



Job Summary:

The Staff Dentist is responsible for providing direct dental care to ODHC patients in a professional and patient-focused manner using established dental protocol, procedures, and techniques.  Additionally, he/she provides dental education and works in a team environment in an effective and efficient manner to ensure optimum patient centered care. 

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct dental care to patients using established dental procedures and techniques as outlined by the ADA.
  • Assess dental condition and needs of patients. Use patient screening procedures to include medical history review, x-rays and dental and perio charting.
  • Professional and courteously manage patients during dental procedures.
    • Inform patients of and explain dental procedures being performed.
  • Conduct dental charting and ensure patient information is entered timely and correctly into the patient’s electronic record in Dentrix.
  • Develop and implement individualized dental care plans.
  • Provide dental education to patients in a clear and easily understood manner to ensure patients understand the recommended treatment plan and include the patient in the discussion.
  • Institute emergency measures for sudden or adverse developments during treatment of patients.
  • Assist in managing the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC, and ADA standards.
  • Be cooperative, helpful, a positive role model and work within compliance of a collaborative agreement with any Dental Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Dental Assistance and Outreach Staff.
  • Be cooperative, helpful, and a positive role model with Dental student rotations.
  • Maintain a level of productivity that ensures achievement of fiscal goals as set by the organization.
  • Maintain necessary licensure and CPR certification as required by Minnesota state law and ODHC policy.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with other ODHC staff to ensure efficient daily operations of all departments.
  • Be knowledgeable of ODHC services to provide integrated care to assist patients/families in accessing needed resources.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Qualifications:

  • Board certified, MN licensed dentist with current DEA license.
  • Abide by ethical standards of licensing board.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with an understanding of underserved populations.
  • Ability to solve problems effectively, creatively and decisiveness in decision making.
  • Ability to develop, lead and facilitate teams to achieve the goals of the department.
  • Confidence, professional judgement, and grace under pressure.
  • Bilingual skills are a plus.

 

Other Requirements:

As a full-time, exempt employee, work outside of the typical workday will be necessary on occasion to facilitate the organization’s business. Travel is required to meetings, events and to support other clinic locations within the community and across the region. Means of travel and travel expenses will be reimbursed according to ODHC’s travel policy.   Physical ability to sit for extended periods of time.  Position requires repetitive use of fingers, hands, wrist in job related duties, i.e. tools, computer, etc. Complete range of motion, including fine motor skills and tactile sense of both hands.  Able to lift 25 pounds. In addition, this position requires the use of additional PPE and a respirator “fit test”, including, but not limited to, face shield, face mask, gown, gloves, goggles, etc. This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities.