Dentist

• Job Location: Expanded Services Building - PORT ANGELES, WA 98362
• Position Type: Full Time
• Salary Range: $140,675.00 - $178,000.00 Salary, North Olympic Healthcare Network (NOHN)
• Job Title: Dentist
• Department: Dental
• Reports To: COO
• FLSA Status: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY This position is for a general dentist in a community health center dental practice

This position will provide a wide range of oral health services and treatments to patients of all ages.

This position will work in conjunction with other dental providers and staff to ensure all patients receive effective, efficient, and optimal dental care, while also creating and exemplifying an environment for a superior patient experience.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES Diagnose and provide appropriate dental treatment plans to patients to include discussion and explanation of treatment plans with parents and/or guardians to their satisfaction and understanding Providing emergency dental care when needed Educate patients, parents and/or guardians on the importance of maintaining proper oral health Communicate with clinical and administrative support team regarding patient treatment plans, required follow up visits and referrals to specialty dentists Prescribe medications necessary and appropriate Administer local anesthesia for pain control during dental procedures when appropriate Carefully document all medications, diagnoses, consultations, treatment plans, etc. into the electronic dental record and adhere to HIPAA regulations Attend required continuing education courses related to the dental profession Practice and fallow infection control and OSHA regulations Uphold the mission, values, and principles of the organization Collaborate when needed with other providers both internal and external as part of a patient care team model Other duties as assigned Qualifications: POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education, Qualifications and Key Skills DDS or DMD required Active Washington State license to practice dentistry Active DEA license Current BLS certification Strong communication and interpersonal skills Excellent chair side manner Comfort working with patients from diverse cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences Strong interest and commitment to the mission and vision of an FQHC Physical/Environmental Sitting, standing and walking approximately 80% of the time, Bending and reaching approximately 20% of the time.

Normal accessibility and mobility throughout the region required. Normal overtime/extended work hours. Normal ambulatory health center working environment. Requires good verbal and written communications skills. Must be able to speak and read the English language.

Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift to a maximum of 50 pounds without assistance.

Operational Excellence Works within the LEAN methodology Relationship Management Develops and maintains collaborative interpersonal relationships with staff, providers, and leadership.

Develops and maintains collaborative interpersonal relationship with community agencies, dental clinics, medical clinics, hospitals, etc.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage, 4% 401k Contribution, $50 a month HRA contribution to be used towards qualifying medical expenses, Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Olympic Healthcare Network is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, family or marital status, sex, genetic information, disability, creed, religion, citizenship, socio-economic status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.