Assistant Dental Director

Job Description

Job Description

Open To All Applicant

Salary is Negotiable

After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.

Summary :

Under direct supervision of the Dental Director assist in the overall function, quality of care and the financial progress of the Dental clinic. Supervise the dental staff, ensure Federal, State, and local regulatory compliance requirements are maintained. This will include all applicable licensing and certification requirements for staff. Oversee case / disease management programs.

Responsibilities :

• Provide support and direction for the Dental Program Operation including planning, budgeting, personnel, goals and objectives, evaluation and coordination of Internal and external resources.
• Administer the budget and prepare budget modifications when necessary and accounts for variances.
• Prepare and / or annually review and revise the protocols, policy and procedure manual for the dental clinic and department, including standard of care.
• Plan and implement a QI program which complies with JCAHO, IHS, Federal guidelines Infection and Safety Control, Patient Satisfaction Survey, and Patient Grievance Procedures and Wisconsin’s state statutes.
• Oversee the supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, training, and evaluate performance and make recommendations for personnel actions; motivate employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.
• Create and implement an “Expanded Function” training module for Dental Assistants.
• Prepare, review and present quarterly statistical and financial reports. Develop plan of action to address any problems.
• Supervise the charting, record keeping, scheduling of patients and the maintenance of patient charts and histories of patients with his / her immediate care to include accurate documentation of diagnosis and treatment according to QAI standards and standards of care.
• Assist the Dental Director with the development, implementation and operation of quality assurance and improvement programs including Blood borne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan and manual, safety manual, hazard communication program and participate in training for exposure / infection control.
• Serve as liaison between dentists, staff and other providers utilize conflict resolution as needed.
• Review and resolve patient complaints as necessary, ensure patients are treated with dignity and respect.
• Ensure and promote quality assurance and improvement with safety, environmental and infection control standards and review annually for improvement.
• Ensure all personnel follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and / or infection control standards.
• Guide colleagues in treatment planning according to patient diagnosis and eligibility for services related to Contract Health authorization according to Indian Health Services levels of care.
• Meet regularly with Dental Director for updates and review of staff concerns.
• Attends medical / dental staff meetings.
• Ensure staff follow and maintain all relevant Federal, State and institutional regulations and guidelines and policies for the provision of clinical services to meet the licensing regulations and other legal requirements.
• Ensure staff has training and experience in the services that they are assigned to.
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Monitor and review computer utilization (Dentrix).

Skills : Essential :

Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field :

Education with Equivalent Qualifications :

Essential :

Credentials : Essential :

Nonessential :

Working conditions : Essential :

Experience : Nonessential :

Other information :

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.

Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.

Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.

Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.

Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation / State Compact and / or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and / or Gaming license as a condition of employment.

Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.

A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and / or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.

Must provide a copy of diploma / degree, license, or certification upon employment.

ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED :

1. Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree, or certification upon employment.

2. Must submit current DEA, BLS / CPR cards.

3. Must submit three (3) current references to include phone numbers.