Dentist

Tuolumne Me Wuk Indian Health Center Inc.•Sonora, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at the Tuolumne Me-Wuk Indian Health Center, where we offer more than just a job – we provide a community-focused environment with competitive salaries, exceptional benefits, and a true work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan, ensuring you and your family are well cared for. Enjoy farm-to-table food through our food distribution program, giving you access to fresh, nutritious options. Plus, take advantage of Indian Health Service Loan Forgiveness opportunities to advance your career while reducing your student debt. Located in the heart of California's Sierra Nevada foothills, our location offers not just a fulfilling career but the chance to explore a region full of stunning landscapes and outdoor recreation. Spend your days helping others grow professionally and your evenings and weekends hiking through serene mountain trails, kayaking on pristine lakes, or enjoying the charm of historic Downtown Sonora. With its vibrant culture, unique shops, and year-round festivals, you'll find endless ways to connect and thrive. Whether you're seeking professional growth or outdoor excitement, Tuolumne County is the perfect place to build your future. Apply today and start your next adventure with us! Under supervision of the Clinical Director, shall provide general dental care for assigned patients in a rural health clinic setting; assists in establishing standards of dental service; performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of dentistry with a D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree
Two years of experience desirable, preferably in a clinic setting.
Must have a valid California Driver’s License and be insuarable.
Knowledge of modern methods and principles of general dentistry and dental surgery including its preventive aspects and skill in their application.
Knowledge of oral hygiene and prevention and treatment of diseases of the mouth.
Knowledge of preventative aspects of oral health and its related techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of dental health education methods.
Knowledge of basic understanding of nutrition.
Knowledge of federal, state and county laws, regulations, codes and policies affecting outpatient care.
Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures.
Must Have the Ability to:
Prescribe and fit dental prostheses.
Analyze and evaluate dental needs accurately and take effective action.
Maintain effective working relationships with health care professionals and others.
Keep records and prepare reports.
Gather complete and accurate information from patients, providers and others.
Tactfully and effectively deal with patients and co-workers in stressful situations.
Effectively use computers for word and data processing and records management.
Analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives and make sound recommendations.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
React calmly and quickly in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

Analyzes and evaluates dental needs to determine changes and trends in patterns of dental disease.
Applies fluoride and sealants to teeth.
Counsels and advises patients about growth and development of dental problems and preventive oral health care services.
Provides care to patients as assigned.
Eliminates irritating margins of fillings and corrects occlusions, using dental instruments.
Examines teeth, gums, and related tissues to determine condition, using dental instruments, x-ray, and other diagnostic equipment.
Fabricates prosthodontic appliances, such as space maintainers, bridges, dentures, and obturating appliances.
Fills pulp chamber and canal with endodontic materials.
Fills, extracts, and replaces teeth, using rotary and hand instruments, dental appliances, medications, and surgical implements.
Fits and adjusts prosthodontic appliances in patient’s mouth.
Formulates plan of treatment for patient’s teeth and mouth tissue.
Treats exposure of pulp by pulp capping, removal of pulp from pulp chamber, or root canal, using dental instruments.
Treats infected root canal and related tissues.
Assures that all required dental forms and records are completed in a timely manner.
Assists the Dental Director in meeting and maintaining clinic standards and participates in the performance reviews of dental support staff as requested.
Promotes continuous Quality Improvement for both patient care and service within the guidelines of the IHS’s Quality Assurance Plan.
Performs other duties as assigned.