Dentist

WESTERN SIERRA MEDICAL CLINIC INC•Kings Beach, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Contract position responsible for providing high-quality dental care for Western Sierra Dental Clinic patients with the goal of patient learning to prevent dental disease.

Requirements

Valid license to practice dentistry in the State of California
Ability to perform dentistry on all age groups
Knowledge of current infection control requirements

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with an electronic practice management system.
Computer literate (i.e. logging on to computer, usage of keyboard and mouse, familiarity with Windows, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel).
Ability to type 40 wpm.

Responsibilities

Practice general dentistry including: Preventative Care, Diagnosis, Restorative, Oral Surgery, Periodontics, Endodontics, Crowns, Dentures
Complete treatment plans for all patients examined.
Maintain records of treatments.
Patient and community education.
Develop and implement infection control procedures.
Supervise Registered Dental Assistant and provide direction to Dental Receptionist.
Maintain current CPR requirements.
Documents all pertinent information in the patient’s electronic medical record according to Western Sierra Medical Clinic's Policies and Procedures.
Upholds Western Sierra Medical Clinic's Policies and Procedures, infection control standards, and applicable state, federal, and local laws.
Participates in quality improvement activities.
Participates as assigned in interdepartmental quality improvement team efforts.
Contributes to overall Community Health Center efforts in quality improvement towards higher-quality, more cost-effective health care for patients and improved quality of work-life for staff members.