DSHS Lakeland Dentist

State of Washington•Spokane County - Medical Lake, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As a dentist, you understand that providing oral health care to patients with a developmental disability requires you to adapt the skills that you typically use every day. You strive for successful visits with an awareness of any special approaches needed for each patient as an individual. The Developmental Disabilities Administration is seeking a full-time Dentist to become a part of our dedicated medical team at Lakeland Village located in Medical Lake, Washington. This position is a 4 day, 10 hours shift schedule. Consideration may be given to part- time applicants working a minimum of 2 shifts a week. Aligning with Washington State’s Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) mission, the work that you do would contribute to providing a holistic approach to care for our 180 residents. As our facility Dentist, your role restores or maintains oral health for our residents by promoting healthy oral care and hygiene as well as ongoing dental care. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

Requirements

Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Sciences (DDS)
A valid Washington State license to practice dentistry
Two years of experience in the practice of dentistry

Nice To Haves

Continuing Education in practical oral care for people with developmental disabilities is a plus!

Responsibilities

Perform dental evaluations, treatment and preventive care as well as emergency treatment when needed.
Provide restorations, endodontics, extraction of teeth and roots (non-surgical), prosthetics, and periodontal treatment.
Prescribe/recommend medications for treatment; perform minor lab work for denture care.
Refer patients to medical and dental specialists when necessary.
Supervise the Dental Clinic.