General Dentist- Warsaw

Katy Trail Community Health•Warsaw, MO

About The Position

Katy Trail Community Health is seeking a General Dentist to provide primary, comprehensive, and emergency oral health services to health center patients. The dentist is responsible for the quality of oral health services provided and for aligning the organization’s mission with the oral health needs of underserved community members. The dentist must comply with KTCH policies and procedures regarding immunization, personnel, infection control, confidentiality, drug-free workplace, and other applicable policies.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of dentistry.
Current license as a dentist in the State of Missouri.
Current DEA registration and BNDD registration.
Demonstrated professional commitment to providing services to underserved persons in the community and priority populations.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostics, including oral screenings, caries risk assessments, radiographic procedures, and treatment planning.
Provide preventive care, including sealants, oral prophylaxis, fluoride varnish, and caries management.
Provide emergency care, including palliative and definitive treatment for dental emergencies.
Provide restorative care, including minimally invasive and traditional restorations, oral surgery, and endodontics.
Provide rehabilitative care, including fixed and removable prosthetics.
Maintain patients’ treatment records and complete thorough clinical chart documentation in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
Actively participate in quality improvement efforts related to patients’ oral health.
Collaborate with other care team members and specialists to ensure the best care for each patient.
Provide inpatient dental services within the scope of training and ability.
Participate in the after-hours call rotation.
Perform other duties as assigned that are appropriate to the position, quality care improvement, and program requirements.
Maintain an excellent attendance record.