Senior Dentist

Senior Dentist

Hiring Range $190,403.20 to $266,558.93

Pay Range $190,403.20 to $304,636.80

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Senior Dentist is responsible for a broad range of duties in partnering with customer-owners in the treatment of dental diseases and establishment of oral health. In addition to direct clinical care, the Senior Dentist is responsible for mentoring and coaching staff assigned to them on the Nuka System of Care.

Qualifications:

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

1. Graduate of a dental school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).

• • Pediatric Dentists or Orthodontists must complete a CODA-accredited advanced dental education program in the appropriate specialty

2. Licensed in the State of Alaska as one of the following:

• • · General Dentist
  • Dental Specialty – Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
  • Dental Specialty – Pediatric Dentistry

3. Completion of an approved residency training program required for specialty dentistry positions. Must be Board certified or Board eligible.

4. Two (2) years of experience as a Dentist, Pediatric Dentist, or Orthodontist OR demonstrated proficiency as a Dentist, Pediatric Dentist, or Orthodontist at SCF.

5. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. ACLS, NRP, ATLS, ALSO and PALS as required for specialty and certification relating to the scope of practice if required.

Employee Health Requirements:

To protect the health of customer-owners and employees, Southcentral Foundation (SCF) requires health screenings and immunizations for all new and current employees. SCF's philosophy of care is built on creating and maintaining trusting relationships with customer-owners, and a healthy workforce is an important part of that commitment.

Following SCF's Employee Health Procedure, including all required job-related health screenings and immunizations, is a condition of employment. The procedure is based on the latest scientific evidence and recommendations from public health experts.

New employees must complete all required health screenings and immunizations before their first day of work. Current employees must complete any additional screenings or immunizations that become necessary due to workplace conditions, public health concerns, or newly available vaccines that help protect coworkers and the community.

Alaska Native/American Indian Preference in Employment:

Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, as amended, SCF pursues a policy of Alaska Native/American Indian preference in hiring, contracting, and training.

Qualifications

• LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
• Dentist
• Basic Life Support BLS

Job Summary

• Requisition Number: SENIO
• Job Category: Dental
• Schedule: Full-Time