Dentist

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position:Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organizationDuties and ResponsibilitiesAs a mission-driven organization, the core values of, and the services offered at Sea Mar are based onthe belief that everyone deserves to be respectfully treated in a way that preserves dignity and enhancesself-worth. Sea Mar is an advocate for its clients and aims to achieve industry-leading, client-centered,culturally-aware services.Sea Mar employees serve as an extension of this mission and demonstrate their commitment to anexcellent client experience by:Understanding and empathizing with client needsSurpassing client expectationsDemonstrating a high level of integrityExhibiting compassion and commitmentAdvocating for social justiceTaking pride in individual work as well as that of the teamContinually learning to stay current with industry standards, best practices and technologyAs a Sea Mar employee, the individual in this position commits to adherence to these values to theirutmost ability and endeavors to strengthen and embody this mission daily.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTo practice dentistry in an ethical manner, meeting the standards of the dental profession and inaccordance to the Washington State Dental Act.To supervise the clinical activities of support staff according to the Washington Dental Act.To be current in basic life support (BLS) or advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification ortheir equivalents.To provide dental care under the strictest methods of aseptic control and in a manner thatresults in patient, staff and dentist safety.To acquire new knowledge and skills contributing to the provision of high quality dental care.To coordinate patient care by seeking consultations from, or referrals to, other healthprofessionals, when necessary.To utilize staff and patients' time efficiently in order to maximize productivity and patientsatisfaction.To use the appropriate procedure codes consistent with the dental services rendered.To participate in Quality Improvement activities of the Dental Program and of Sea MarCommunity Health Centers, including staff training when assigned.To help make dental care available to the patients of Sea Mar Community Health Center and tothe public by participating in activities which promote dental and oral health in the community.To be able to perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTHave a current and valid professional license from the State of Washington Department ofHealth to practice dentistry and a Dentist’s Contract with Sea Mar Community Health Center.Provide dental services to Sea Mar patients under the administration of the Chief Dental Officerand meet productivity standards established by Sea Mar.Be able to administer nitrous oxide sedation to Sea Mar patients, with the most safe andeffective techniques accepted by the regulatory bodies of the dental profession.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform satisfactorily the requirementslisted in the task and duty list above. Below are general qualifications and abilities that the position mayrequire to perform the task and duty list successfully:LANGUAGE SKILLSHave the ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financialreports and legal documents.Be able to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies orother members of the health profession.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSHave the ability to calculate basic mathematical figures and amounts such as discounts,proportions and percentages.REASONING ABILITYAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.Have a basic understanding of the concepts of bio-statistical analyses.Education and Experience, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, and Medical ScreeningEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEMust have completed a formal training program at a recognized University, School of Dentistry,and have completed the requirements for the degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS),Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD) or an equivalent degree (such as BDS with validation inthe USA.This position must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire date and isrequired to maintain current BLS CPR throughout employment.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSMust have an initial TB test at hire and an annual retest.Must have a valid and current DEA Certificate, if dentist will be prescribing ControlledSubstances.Work EnvironmentDentists will encounter an office setting and assigned staff that may include other dentists. As part of a dental team, the dentist will need to develop healthy interpersonal relationships with staff to effectively deliver optimal dental care to all patients. Interpersonal relationships with the patients are equally important. All current and future dental records are and will be electronic, with digital radiographs available for diagnostics. Dentists are to wear proper Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) when treating patients. Infection control and Safety protocols are always observed in the clinic area when using dental instruments or equipment, including use of Nitrous Oxide/oxygen gas. Most full-time dentists work 4 or 5 days a week with a standardized daily work load. Some dentists work Saturdays as an extra day, depending on patient needs and their availability.Physical RequirementsThe physical demands that must be met by a dentist are those required to successfully perform theessential functions of practicing dentistry. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the dentist:Is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; andtalk or hear.Is frequently required to walk and stand.Is occasionally required to stoop, kneel or crouch.Must be able to lift or move a child of average weight.Vision abilities required for this job, include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Salary - Salary Plan, 300,000.00 USD AnnualWhat We Offer:Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of:MedicalDentalVisionPrescription coverageLife InsuranceLong Term DisabilityEAP (Employee Assistance Program)Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.Sea Mar is an equal opportunity employer.Please visit our website to learn more about us at You may also apply thru our Career page at this link. #J-18808-Ljbffr