Dentist Job Porterville area,California USA,Dental / Dentistry

Position: Staff Dentist

Primary Accountability

The Staff Dentist is responsible for the provision of dental services in a Patient Centered Health Home context, with a focus on access to care.

Description of Primary Responsibilities

Responsible for the direct provision of dental services meeting all established productivity expectations.

Will provide comprehensive dental examination and will review appropriate x-rays, medical and dental histories to determine a diagnosis.
Expected to document visits accurately utilizing appropriate templates, and record relevant data to attain a diagnosis.
Accountable for attaining budgeted visits.
Responsible for meeting clinical care measures.
Accountable for locking records in the 72 hour window.

Responsible for number of diagnostic, preventive and restorative oral procedures.

Evaluate the current health and condition of the patient’s teeth to determine the diagnosis of any existing dental condition.
Inform patients on how to prevent dental problems and keep their teeth and mouth as healthy as possible.
Consider treatment methods and explain options with the patient to determine which works best based on their situation.
When appropriate, refer patients to orthodontists, oral surgeons, periodontists or other specialists for more advanced dental procedures and treatment.

Accountable for providing excellent customer service and care.

Consistently behaves with courtesy when interacting with patients/family members, support staff and Network staff.
Listens to patients/family members and shows an understanding of patients’ needs.
Responsible for providing the patient with educational materials and resources appropriate to the patient’s health literacy needs.

Accountable for patient status as measured by relevant clinical quality measures.

Dental Provider remains aware of wait time during the daily workflow.
Promotes and participates in daily huddles.
Incorporates the participation of ancillary health team members in managing the care of the patients/families.
Responsible for assisting in the assurance of clinical procedures and the maintenance of up-to-date clinical protocols.
Must consistently observe and assure OSHA, and Standard Precautions are maintained.
Interact with professional medical staff in rendering comprehensive care to mutual patients.
Completes chart and peer review responsibility in a timely manner.

Assists supervisors in planning and implementing new programs for the dental department. ul

Participates in Network Health Fairs, screening activities and other community outreach events.

Where relevant assist the supervisor with input for performance evaluations of support staff and quality improvement.

Where relevant assist the NDD /CDD with the review and update of clinical policies and procedures.

Where relevant provides feedback and guidance to dental residents and dental assistant externs.

Participate in site and provider meetings in a meaningful way.

Responsible for participating with “On Call” coverage, per schedule.

Meets Network and credentialing expectations for licensure, and employment.

Performs other duties as assigned

Description of Primary Attributes

Professional & Technical Knowledge

Performance of the duties and responsibilities of the job requires the equivalent of extensive formal training in Dental studies, including an understanding of the application of the theory and practices of the profession to the operations of the organization, usually in the form of a Doctor of Dental Surgery or Dental Medicine Doctor degree.

Technical Skills

Ability to create highly complex documents in Microsoft Word, including linking multiple files and embedding objects linked to other documents.

Ability to use advanced functions of Microsoft Excel, such as to create and manage databases, including creating standardized reports, or link multiple worksheets and workbooks.

Ability to develop sophisticated presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint, including the use of embedded objects, transitions and other elements.

Licenses & Certifications

Licensed in the state of California as a Dentist.

Communications Skills

Requires the employee to effectively communicate their professional opinions and extrapolations of…


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