Dentist

Clinical CareWithin the scope of licensure, provides dental care for patients of the clinic:Acts as Dental Care Provider for patientsMeets productivity and clinical measures of the clinicAdheres to appropriate, best practices as accepted by Health WestDiagnoses and treats acute and chronic dental problemsProvides chronic disease managementProvides preventive dental care and dental educationProvides referral assistance to specialty dental servicesUnderstands and follows infection control proceduresAccurately charts treatment to be completed and/or completed treatmentMakes accurate chart notes in the dental health record including the next visit and time neededCoding and ChartingDocuments patient visits (same day) meeting current coding standardsSigns off lab work, chart documentation, phone calls, patient cases, refills, hospital visits (if applicable), and other paperwork as required using timetables and guidelines as outlined in Procedure CL-048: Chart Completion ProcedureSelects appropriate CPT and diagnosis codes and assures these codes are supported by proper documentation.Participates in appropriate coding and documentation education as needed or as directed by Health WestParticipates in chart audits as directedAssures charts, including procedures, are documented and signed off within three business days.Supervision and ConsultationProvides clinical supervision for Dental Assistants and other health professionals requiring formal dental oversight under Idaho State law.Provides clinical consultation for HW medical and other dental providers as requested.Typical dental skills could include:Restorative: Including fillings, crown and bridge, pre-molar and anterior root canalsUrgent/Emergent: Including x-rays, extractionsPreventative: Including x-rays, cleanings, non-surgical periodontal therapy, sealants, and fluoride varnishSurgical: Extractions, oral biopsiesEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEGraduation from an accredited dental school and licensure by the State of Idaho to practice dentistry.Current certification in BLS which can be taken upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr