Dentist

JOB OVERVIEW • Job Title: Dentist • Job Type: Permanent • Department: Dental • FTE: 1.0 FTE / 40 clinical hours per week • Supervisor: Dental Director / Executive Director • Service Setting: Community Health / Primary Care Dental Clinic • Coverage Type: Clinical Only PATIENT INFORMATION • Patient Demographics: All ages • Case Mix: General dentistry and preventive dental care • Services: Examinations, diagnosis, treatment, preventive care, and specialty referrals FACILITY INFORMATION • Department: Dental • Practice Focus: Community health / public health dentistry • Support: Dental and clinic staff • Community Services: Outreach, health education, and community events REQUIRED PROCEDURES • Fillings • Extractions • Adult prophylaxis • Scaling and root planing (SRP) • Denture procedures • Recall examinations • Child prophylaxis • Night guards • Occlusal adjustments JOB REQUIREMENTS • Education: Graduation from an accredited dental school • Residency: Accredited General Practice Residency preferred • License: Unrestricted California dental license • DEA: Unrestricted DEA license • Certifications: Current CPR/BLS required; ACLS preferred • Driver's License: Valid driver's license required • Experience: Dental experience in community health or private practice • Other Qualifications: Strong clinical, interpersonal, and written communication skills DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Examine, diagnose, and treat dental and oral conditions • Provide preventive and restorative dental services • Perform fillings, extractions, prophylaxis, SRP, and denture-related procedures • Refer patients for specialty consultation and treatment when appropriate • Maintain complete and accurate dental records • Accurately code dental services for clinical and payer compliance • Educate patients regarding oral health and disease prevention • Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities • Collaborate with Medical and Behavioral Health divisions • Participate in staff training, community outreach, and health education activities