The Staff Dentist, under the direction of the Dental Director or Solo Chief Dentist, is responsible for the direct delivery of dental care.
Provides direct dental care for patients.
Conducts dental examinations and determines treatment plans for patients.
Provides diagnostic, preventative, restorative, endodontic, periodontics, prosthodontics, surgical, interceptive-orthodontic, and adjunct general services for patients.
Refers patients to specialty and generalist care as needed.
Coordinates Purchased Referred Care referrals for eligible patients.
Follows Privacy Act Guidelines.
Supervises dental clinic in the absence of the Dental Director/Deputy Dental Director or Chief Solo Dentist.
Attends clinic committee meetings.
Participates in quality assurance program.
Assists in setting goals for the dental clinic.
All other job-related duties as assigned.
Doctor of Dental Science (DDS) or Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD) required.
Doctor of Dental Science (DDS) or Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD) experience preferred.
Must have and maintain current Michigan Dental License and Drug Enforcement Agency License (DEA).
Must procure a license within a specified time frame if not currently licensed.
Must undergo and successfully pass a background check.
Must maintain a good moral character standing.
Must complete and pass pre-employment drug testing.
Must have advanced training in general dentistry including diagnostic, preventive, restorative, endodontic, periodontics, prosthodontics, surgical, interceptive-orthodontic, and adjunctive general services.
Must have knowledge of general dentistry, personnel management and supervision principles.
Must have knowledge of dental quality assurance principles.
Must have knowledge of Indian Health Service (IHS) and ADA Dental Guidelines and Standards of Care.
Must have excellent communication skills and be able to communicate effectively and clearly, verbally and in writing.
Must be able to work under pressure and handle difficult situations.
Must be flexible and available to work various shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Must have excellent organizational skills.
Native American preferred.
Personal protection equipment provided by employer includes items such as gloves, gowns, laboratory coats, face shields, masks, eye protection, mouth pieces, resuscitation bags, ventilation devices and other equipment as needed.