Dentist

Position Summary

This individual is responsible for the provision of quality dental services to the patients of the organization. The dentist also assists in the development and maintenance of the quality assurance process for the Dental Department.

Essential Functions

1. Provide direct dental services and referrals within the priorities established for the program by IHS and the Organization’s policies to the patients of the agency.

2. Assist with the development and implementation of periodontal therapy for all patients.

3. Assist the Dental Director to develop, review, revise and implement the philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the Dental Department consistent with Organizational philosophy, goals and objectives.

4. Establish and maintain professional relationships with ancillary dental providers and services within the community.

5. Develop, with other dental providers, levels of care to be use as a quality-of-service assessment tool.

6. Work with other Organizational staff in the development and provision of dental education for staff and patients.

7. Assist the Dental Director in the development of standards and procedures that will enable the Organization to meet accreditation requirements.

8. Check and approve all auxiliary personnel patient functions prior to dismissal of patient from office.

9. Provide the highest quality of care utilizing the resources of the Organization in the most prudent manner.

10. Record patient visits in a timely manner utilizing a uniform accepted format.

11. Participates in continuing education on a regular basis to enrich skills and knowledge to provide progressive professional development and maintain certification.

12. At the time of hire, each employee will meet with their supervisor to set measurable goals and objectives that are a requirement for the position. These measurables will be monitored by the supervisor and reviewed during the introductory period. They will also be utilized in the annual performance evaluation. The measurables may change from year to year. The supervisor is responsible for notifying the employee of any new measurables at the time of the performance review.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Attending staff training and meetings as required.

2. Learn and implement electronic health records functions as they continue to evolve.

3. Assist with a variety of duties to meet the needs of the department on an as needed basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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:

1. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

2. Human relation skills to deal effectively with patients, clients, staff, Board members, community members and visitors in person and on the telephone.

3. Ability to work independently and productively.

4. Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity and appreciation of Native American culture, traditions, customs and socioeconomic needs.

5. Ability to always maintain a professional attitude and appearance.

6. Ability to meet deadlines and assigned projects in a timely, efficient manner.

7. Ability to be prompt and efficient with minimal absences.

8. Demonstrate a combination of maturity, judgment, experience and confidence conducive to practice independently in a challenging work environment.

9. Ability to work productively with individuals and with professional and other groups within the community; to gain satisfaction through growth and development of others; to efficiently plan and execute work; to seek and use supervision and consultation; to exercise good judgment; and to communicate effectively with individuals and groups both orally and in writing.

Education and Experience

1. Graduate of an accredited Dental School.

2. Current California State Dentist license or, if Federal employee, meets the licensing requirements for Federal employment as a dentist.

3. Minimum of one (1) year experience in private or clinical practice.

4. Current radiation certificate or compliance; DEA license and number, and CPR certification.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch; and talk and hear within normal range. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, or balance and use taste and smell senses.

The employee must regularly be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This position is physically and emotionally challenging.

There is a high degree of stress. The ability to deal with time constraints and emotional stress and exposure to body fluids and viruses are also essential functions of this job.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to odors and airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Feather River Tribal Health, Inc. is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. As a federally funded Tribal Health Program, FRTH must comply with Executive Order No. 12564 (Sept. 15, 1986) (51 F.R. 32889 (requiring a Drug Free Workplace) and the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 (U.S.C. 8101-8106).

As such, FRTH does require drug testing at the time of hire and upon reasonable suspicion after hire. All FRTH employees are required to comply with FRTH’s drug free workplace policies and applicable federal laws as a condition of employment.

Reasonable accommodations will be given to qualified disabled applicants pursuant to Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U. S. Code 791, Title 29, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $97.00-$107.10, depending on experience

Health Insurance: Employer-paid medical coverage starting the month after hire for all tiers — Self, Self + One, and Self + Family

Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid for employee-only coverage; additional family coverage available at a competitive rate

• 401(k) Plan: Available immediately upon hire with a 3.5% employer match
• Life Insurance: $20,000 employer-paid policy for full-time employees, with options to purchase additional coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation begins accruing on your first day — up to 120 hours annually
• Loan Repayment Assistance Available