Dentist

Department Name: Clinical                            

Position Title: Dentist

Position Reports to: CMO   

FLSA Requirements

Date Issued

Location: Parkersburg Family Care - Emerson Avenue

Job Statement/Summary

The dentist provides patients with dental care and promptly maintains medical records to ensure patient needs are met, in accordance with professional standards of care, licensure restrictions, federal and state regulations, accrediting agency standards, grant mandates, and Coplin Health System’s mission, policies, and procedures.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities of the Position

• Provides a range of oral healthcare services (e. g., restorative, operative, preventive, extractions, etc.) to all patients in accordance with standard dental practices, FQHC regulations, and Coplin’s mission.
• Examines teeth, gums, and related tissues to evaluate oral health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.
• Documents all patient visits/interactions in accordance with clinical policy and procedure and best practices to ensure the integrity and completeness of patient records.
• Delivers quality oral healthcare in a safe, efficient, and competent manner.
• Attends and participates in patient care reports, team conferences, provider meetings, and other staff meetings as determined by supervisor.
• Maintains an appropriate clinical focus on items such as: health promotion, disease prevention, health maintenance, counseling, patient education, diagnoses and treatment of oral diseases, and upholding QI initiatives.
• Orders, performs, analyzes, and/or interprets records, reports, and examination information to diagnose and choose best practice for patient conditions.
• Coordinates and collaborates with CMO, CQO, and/or CCO to train and teach staff/community entities, identify the education needs of others, develop formal educational or training programs or classes, and teach or instruct others/groups on oral health.
• Participates in committees, site-specific projects, and outreach projects (e. g., strategic planning, QI/QA, Peer Review, mentoring staff, and Precepting) as assigned.
• Assists with the development of written clinical policies and procedures as requested.
• Participates in the development of risk management protocols as requested.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient care information as required by HIPAA and Coplin policies and procedures.
• Ensures that patient rights are protected.
• Assists in maintaining clinical areas and equipment in accordance with cleanliness and safety standards (e. g., infection control policies and procedures).
• Continually enhances clinical practice by participating in professional development opportunities.
• Maintains a routine patient schedule in accordance with Coplin’s operating hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer and/or other members of the management team.

Job Requirements and Preferred Qualifications

 Competencies 

• Decision-Making
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Consultation
• Facilitation
• Analysis
• Education
• Critical Evaluation
• Ethical Practice
• Leadership
• Cultural Competence

Education (level and type) and Related Work Experience

Must have a current and valid state license to practice oral healthcare in the State of West Virginia. Must be in good standing with all appropriate licensing agencies.

Safety & Health

Employees are expected to follow CHS safety and health policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. 

DISCLAIMER

This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

Physical/Environmental Demands

The table below shows how much on-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:

Activity

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Using hands to finger, handle or feel

X

Reaching with hands and arms

X

Climbing or Balancing

X

Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling

X

Talking or hearing

X

Tasting or smelling

X

Driving

X

Lifting up to 25 pounds

X

This position is described as light physical activity job. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with frequent interruptions. 

Conditions of Employment

Security and Background Requirements

If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for all applicants.  Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action. 

Department of Homeland Security

If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS.

Direct Deposit

All employees are required to have bi-weekly payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. 

Other Requirements of Employment 

• WVCares Clearance
• Drug Screening
• Driver’s License

EEO Statement

Coplin Health Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Coplin Health Systems complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Coplin Health Systems expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Coplin Health Systems’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I acknowledge that I have reviewed this job description, that I understand the requirements of this position, that I am qualified and able to perform the requirements associated with this position, and that the job description may be revised by Coplin Health Systems at any time. 

___________

Signature

_____

Date

___________

Witness Signature

____

Date