Dentist- PRN- Part time 8 hours a week

NaphCare•Des Moines, IA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Overview NaphCare is hiring a Dentist- PRN Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00 am- 12:00 pm to join our team of medical professionals in the Polk County Jail in Des Moines, IA. As a Correctional Dentist , you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide dental care to the incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical and dental needs. Responsibilities The Dentist is responsible for ensuring quality dental care is provided to protect the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population.

Requirements

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
Valid dental license in the state where the facility is located
Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
Current DEA registration
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Technical skills in providing a full range of dental services
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Responsibilities

Diagnosing, treating, and providing preventative care for patients
Creating treatment plans and performing dental procedures, such as extractions and restorations
Educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices
Maintaining accurate and detailed patient dental records
Perform all dental assessments, radiographic exams, and dental treatment, to include emergency treatment such as oral surgery, restorative dentistry and periodontal therapy within the scope of general dentistry
Formulate a working diagnosis, develop and implement a treatment plan and evaluate/modify therapeutic regimens to promote positive patient outcomes
Evaluate all patients returning from offsite dental visits
Participate in training and orientation of healthcare staff
Provide oral hygiene education and discharge instructions to all patients seen
Supervise and coach dental assistant
Ensure sterilization and disinfection of equipment
Collaborating on with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients’ oral health needs