Dentist

Job DescriptionThe Dentist provides dental care to all age groups in accordance with the State of Wisconsin Licensing and professional scope of practice and applies diagnostic and therapeutic dental services to QuadMed patients, while making reasonable and sound assessments and treatment plans within the scope of the dental program.Key ResponsibilitiesProvides dental care to all age groups in accordance with the State of Wisconsin Department of LicensingWorks as part of a primary care team with QuadMed staff and providersAssures integration of patient education into all treatment phases. Advise and instruct patients regarding preventative dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, and oral health care servicesMakes reasonable and sound dental assessments and treatment plansProvides diagnostic and therapeutic dental services to all QuadMed patientsConsults with appropriate providers as necessary and makes recommendations to patients for outside referralsIdentifies special needs of patients and works with staff to address those needsObtains history and physical appropriate to dental problem. Reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent informationDocuments encounters in an accurate and timely mannerAssists the Medical Director, Manager Clinical Operations, and clients in the planning and evaluation of effective health and wellness center operationsResponds to quality issues as recommended by the Medical Director and the Manager Clinical Operations. Participates in ongoing identification of performance and process quality improvement opportunities of the department and the organization and the formulation and implementation of actions to achieve improvementsLeads a small team of support staff. Participates as a team member with all clinical staff to assure services meet or exceed the expectations of patients, coworkers, the public, and community standardsAdheres to attendance standards to perform the job functions for daily operations and/or continuity of patient careMaintains patient confidentiality and upholds Patient's RightsScopeGeneral dentistry includes direct/indirect operative procedures, prosthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, periodontics.Job RequirementsEducation:Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from an American Dental Association (ADA) accredited School of DentistryExperience:Minimum one and a half (1.5) years' experience as a Dentist required, three (3) years' experience as a dentist preferred.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Current dental license in the state of hireDEA controlled substances registration certificateCurrent CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hireKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Strong interpersonal and communication skillsDentrix software and digital x-ray knowledgeOral surgery and endodontic experience are a plusHealthcare information systems, such as electronic health record and practice management systems experience.Basic computer skillsBilingual a plusProven ability to work effectively with diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to fostering inclusion.