Dentist

At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If you're looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission.

• Coordinate the preparation of reports and written documentation as required by the department, company, and State and Federal agencies
• Maintain proper, detailed, and accurate dental records
• Travel between clinics to work, as needed
• Be on call, as scheduled, by the Director of Dental Services
• Assist Clinic Manager/Director of Dental Services in supervising the dental staff and assuring that clinic is compliant with State and Federal guidelines
• Meet productivity goals, as set by DAP Health, assist the Clinic Manager, and work with dental staff to accomplish those goals
• Maintain a professional demeanor with patients, staff, and administration
• Supervise Dental Assistants
• Understand the organization's commitment to provide high-quality patient care and promote a patient-centered environment
• Perform other tasks, as directed by the Director of Dental Services, as needed to meet clinic or organization goals
• Perform other tasks, as directed by the Director of Dental Services, as needed to meet clinic or organization goals Clinical Functions:
• Examine, diagnose, and treat dental conditions to provide optimum care to patients
• Consult with the patient/parent/guardian and advise them of dental status and required treatment
• Educate patients regarding oral conditions, provide treatment options, and explain to the patient/parent/guardian the risks, benefits, and alternatives of each option
• Treat dental conditions for patients of all ages, and if unable to provide a particular service, provide the patient with the appropriate specialty referral (Board certified/qualified Pedodontics are exempted from treating adult patients)
• Treat soft/hard tissues diseases of the oral cavity, perform surgery on oral tissues, when necessary, render prosthetic treatment, when indicated, and design and place orthodontic appliances for interceptive orthodontics
• Provide quality care to the patients of DAP Health, within the scope of practice outlined by state and/or federal law
• Deliver care in accordance with established standards of care and accepted community standards

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Bilingual in Spanish/English, strongly preferred
• Computer skills involving word processing email and dental management programs such as Media Dent preferable
• Proficient in preventative and restorative dental treatment procedures
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern dentistry and its application, techniques, procedures, and equipment
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and qualities

• DDS/DMD Degree from an accredited dental school
• Licensed to practice dentistry in the State of California
• Current BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Current DEA License
• Meet all credentialing and privileging requirements
• 2 years' experience or GPR preferable
• Current BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• DEA Certificate
• Experience working with a non-profit FQHC Dental clinic preferred
• Experience working with LGBTQ community, homeless, and those with substance use conditions preferred

• This position is on-site at a DAP Health Clinic
• This job operates in a clinic setting and requires frequent times of sitting, standing, repetitive motion, and talking
• Able to lift/move up to 40 pounds, move from place to place, and stand for long periods of time