General Dentist

Committed to Our Community in the Heart of the Redwoods. Removing Barriers to Healthcare Access

BDC Burre Dental Center

A dentist assesses and evaluates the oral health care needs of patients; performs selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks; institutes and manages care for patients; and performs related work as assigned.

Compensation Range :

$162,094.40-$186,721.60

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Takes patient histories and performs examinations of patients.
• Accurately assesses the clinical status of patients.
• Formulates clinical assessment based on clinical findings and prepares alternate treatment plans and estimates.
• Recommends and / or administers treatment or medications in accordance with standards of care.
• Provides and evaluates patient care according to adopted protocols and quality improvement program criteria.
• Educates patients regarding dental health and illness prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Participates in on-going evaluation, quality improvement, required trainings, peer review, provider meetings and other clinical meetings.
• Supervises hygienist and dental assistant when requested.
• Participates in supervision, training and evaluation of support staff.
• Mentors peers and teaches students and residents when requested.
• Reviews and prepares protocols for use by staff.
• Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Responds to patient or co-worker complaints and works toward a positive resolution of any dispute.
• Serves as member of site committees when requested.
• Identifies problems related to patient services and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Adheres to established clinical protocols, procedures, and attendance policy.
• Assists in updating clinical protocols and procedures when requested.
• Other duties and responsibilities as designated by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE :

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

This is largely a clinic-based position although office-based work is expected. The physical requirements described are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential duties of the position. Reasonable accommodation will be made to allow otherwise qualified candidates to perform these functions.