Dentist

Dentist/DDSReports to - Chief Dental Officer (CDO)Status - Exempt (Salaried/Contract $160,000 - $200,000)Job purpose: Heartland Community Health Center provides high-quality, patient-centered care. The Dentist/DDS provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and emergency dental services to patients while following OSHA requirements by assuring regulatory compliance. Participates in Heartland Community Health Center staff meetings and adheres to policy and procedures while also following rules of conduct as outlined in the employee handbook. The Dentist/DDS provides dental supervision to dental hygienists and dental assistants as well as the annual competency assessment for dental assistants and hygienists. The Dentist/DDS contributes to the development of dental specific quality measures and goals. This position must keep up to date with all current dental procedures. The Dentist/DDS also assures integration of patient education into all phases of the treatment plan. In accordance with HIPAA regulations, this position requires full access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Such disclosure is necessary to perform the requirements of the job. Confidentiality of PHI must be maintained.Duties and responsibilities:Employee is expected to work collaboratively within the department and with other departments to ensure patients receive quality care.Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and emergency dental services to patients:Patient medical history shall be reviewed at every visitPathologic conditions are charted and reported to the patientA written treatment plan shall be developed with all options explained to the patientAn informed consent discussion shall be held with all patients prior to initiating any treatment. This discussion shall include an explanation of the planned procedure and any alternative procedures, disclosure of any significant material risks associated with any alternative and responding to patient questions. This informed consent will be documented in the patient's chartWhen possible the approximate number of visits and the time to complete care is noted on the treatment planPatients are first treated for pain and infectionWhere appropriate, referrals are made to specialistsDocument and sign all treatment provided in the patient's electronic health recordMeet clinical standards of practice as described in the Quality Assurance ProgramParticipate in the quality assurance program at least bi-annually as one who is assessedRefer patient grievances that cannot be resolved to the CDO, Director of Human Resources or CEO of HCHCAssures integration of patient education into all treatment phases:Integrate dental hygienist in patient care as appropriateDiscuss home care status and techniques with patients who demonstrate sub optimal plaque controlProvide examination for dental hygienists when requestedIncorporate parent/guardian into education plan for childrenExplain importance of maintaining appointment sequence to every patientExplain the need for maintenance of oral health as a priority to fixed prosthodontic treatmentCommunity Health Center Responsibilities:Goal to treat 1.5 to 2.0 patients per patient facing hour in clinic and 2-2.5 patients per patient facing hour in community-based care setting.Able and comfortable treating all ages especially 3 years and older with decay. Limited access to dental care for children with KanCare or uninsured in our area.Act as liaison with community partners when appropriateAttend required meetings and participate in committees as requestedActively collaborate with administration, other support staff and providers of other disciplines (behavioral and medical) to deliver services in a new model of fully integrated, patient-centered, whole-person careLock charts within 72 hoursComplete assigned training in timely mannerComplete quarterly peer-reviewComply with all organization policies and proceduresLimited telephone only on-call services as needed (typically 3- 5 nights/month)Perform other duties as assignedSkills required:Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients, and the publicEnthusiasm for working as a member of a team in a rapidly changing environmentKnowledge of HIPAA privacy rules and regulationsExcellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skillsExcellent customer service skills and ability to interact with unsatisfied patients and coworkers effectively and respectfullyKnowledge and experience with Microsoft Word Excel Spreadsheets, Windows, databases, graphs, and the ability to write reports and correspondence by using proficient grammar, spelling, and punctuationMust be able to document in a neat, legible manner and be able to spell dental terminology correctlyAbility to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and prioritize workloadDemonstrate effective and efficient time managementAbility to anticipate and react calmly in an emergency is a mustExcellent organizational skillsAbility to follow written policies and proceduresAbility to work independently and use good judgmentKnowledge of standard office machines including copier, fax, multi-line phones, printers, scanners, etc.Qualifications:Current Kansas Dentist License1-3 years of experience preferredAbility to relate well with patients and other health care personnelWillingness to educate patients and the community in oral health maintenance, the role of oral healthcare team, and the connections between oral health and overall healthAbility to work under pressureCommitment to expanding access to care for the underservedMust have and maintain BLS certificationSocial and cultural sensitivity appropriate to ethnically and economically diverse patient and employee base.Working conditions:Interaction with others is frequent and can often be disruptive so the ability to multitask is importantThis is a medical office environment involving frequent contact with staff and patients. There will be exposure to airborne and bloodborne pathogens, and hazardous materials common in a clinicReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the positionPhysical requirements:The position requires normal range of body motion, hearing, and eyesight to perform duties of the positionRequires hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate the x-ray machine, dental instruments, keyboard, photocopier, telephone, scanner, calculator, and other office equipmentEmployee must be able to write, speak, and hear. Employee must be able to read small print both on paper and on a computer screen for long periods of timeSpecific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusFrequent standing and walking required for extended periods of time (6-8 hours)Occasionally may lift and/or carry items weighing up to 75 pounds, bending, stooping, and stretchingDetails:Schedule: Full-time exempt—minimum of 32 patient facing hoursSchedule may be altered by supervisor(s) as needed to allow for completion of expected duties of the position.