Endodontist (part time)

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine•Defuniak Springs, FL

34d

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: The Endodontist will specialize in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of any damage and/or injury to the tooth pulp, as well as, the tissue and nerves within and surrounding the root of a tooth that have become damaged or infected due to some type of bacteria. CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assume quality of care for patients with endodontic problems while adhering to the highest standard of dental practice ethics and professionalism; Examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases of dental pulps and periapical tissues of teeth; Evaluates findings and prescribes method of treatment to prevent loss of teeth and to restore teeth to function; Examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting vitality of teeth: Examines teeth, gums, and related tissues to determine condition, using dental instruments, X-Ray, and other diagnostic equipment; Diagnoses condition and plans treatment; Treats exposure of pulp by pulp capping or removal of pulp from pulp chamber and root canal, using dental instruments; Performs partial or total removal of pulp, using surgical instruments; Treats infected root canal and related tissues, and fills pulp chamber and canal with endodontic materials; Faculty member will contribute and be responsible for overall student success, including, but not limited to, advising and student outcomes; Faculty member will contribute directly to the Mission of LECOM embodying the essence of Osteopathic Principles and Practices by assisting with Institutional fundraising and participating in the LECOM Scholarship Auction; Faculty member will participate in scholarly activity so to enrich and broaden the student learning experience; Faculty member will commit to being a representative of LECOM by being actively involved in the community, including, but not limited to, serving on Boards, participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach; Removes pathologic tissue at apex of tooth, surgically; Reinserts teeth that have been knocked out of mouth by accident; and Be able to accept other duties assigned/needed.

Requirements

Computer experience in the dental or other related field to allow for axiUm computer program entry
Knowledge of Patient Relations and Scheduling
Knowledge of ADA Coding
Compliance with State and Federal Regulations and Safety Protocols, at the practice level
Knowledge of patient's privacy (HIPAA) and student privacy (FERPA)
Follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines
Protect equipment (office, dental, facility)
Strong communications skills are essential as well as computer literacy (MS Office Suite [i.e. Word, PowerPoint and Excel] and accurate data entry skills
Excellent organizational skills
Must be accurate and attentive to detail
Must be trained and certified on the Institutional Data System
Maintaining an established work schedule
Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy
Effectively using organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands
Maintaining confidentiality of work related information and materials
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations
The ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM
The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner
The Endodontist will be supervising dental students in the LECOM Dental Group Practice on a by appointment basis
Be able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the practice needs
The successful candidate will be a licensed DMD or DDS
Must have or have the capability to get a Florida dental license
Must have successfully completed an advanced education program in endodontics accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the ADA

Responsibilities

Assume quality of care for patients with endodontic problems while adhering to the highest standard of dental practice ethics and professionalism
Examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases of dental pulps and periapical tissues of teeth
Evaluates findings and prescribes method of treatment to prevent loss of teeth and to restore teeth to function
Examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting vitality of teeth
Examines teeth, gums, and related tissues to determine condition, using dental instruments, X-Ray, and other diagnostic equipment
Diagnoses condition and plans treatment
Treats exposure of pulp by pulp capping or removal of pulp from pulp chamber and root canal, using dental instruments
Performs partial or total removal of pulp, using surgical instruments
Treats infected root canal and related tissues, and fills pulp chamber and canal with endodontic materials
Faculty member will contribute and be responsible for overall student success, including, but not limited to, advising and student outcomes
Faculty member will contribute directly to the Mission of LECOM embodying the essence of Osteopathic Principles and Practices by assisting with Institutional fundraising and participating in the LECOM Scholarship Auction
Faculty member will participate in scholarly activity so to enrich and broaden the student learning experience
Faculty member will commit to being a representative of LECOM by being actively involved in the community, including, but not limited to, serving on Boards, participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach
Removes pathologic tissue at apex of tooth, surgically
Reinserts teeth that have been knocked out of mouth by accident
Be able to accept other duties assigned/needed