Big Sandy Health Care - Inez, KY

posted 8 days ago

Inez, KY
Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The position involves providing direct dental services to patients at the dental clinic, focusing on examination, diagnosis, treatment planning, and evaluation of progress with an emphasis on prevention. The role includes extended care services, maintaining accurate patient records, and ensuring continuity of care among providers. The dentist will communicate effectively with patients and their families regarding treatment and will be responsible for keeping regular clinic hours while being available for patient care. Collaboration with other healthcare professionals is essential for developing and updating standards of care and clinical protocols. The dentist will also promote dental education in local schools and assist in training dental support staff. Participation in quality control and healthcare planning is expected, along with integration into community activities related to dental care. The dentist will also be involved in evaluating dental care providers and ensuring compliance with corporate policies and HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Provides direct dental services to patients including examination, diagnosis, planning, treatment, and evaluation of progress.
  • Provides extended care services to patients.
  • Keeps accurate records for continuity of patient care and quality assurance.
  • Communicates with patients and families regarding treatment and conditions.
  • Maintains regular clinic hours and is available for patient care.
  • Promotes the team concept of health care delivery.
  • Assists in developing and updating standards of care and clinical protocols.
  • Promotes dental education in local schools.
  • Assists in training and continuing education for dental support staff.
  • Participates in quality control and medical record review.
  • Assists in healthcare planning and maintains familiarity with the corporation's mission and objectives.
  • Integrates into local community activities related to dental care.
  • Provides input into the evaluation of dental care providers.
  • Demonstrates interest in meeting productivity and financial objectives.
  • Attends staff meetings as appropriate.
  • Participates in continuing education programs.
  • Adheres to corporate compliance program and HIPAA regulations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • DMD or DDS from an accredited dental school.
  • License to practice dentistry in the state of Kentucky.
  • Ability to evaluate services and assess needs.
  • Ability to work in a rural setting utilizing available facilities and resources.
  • Some knowledge of the operation of a primary care center is desirable.
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