Contract Dentist Opportunity - Immediate Start

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority•Sioux Lookout, ON

7d•Onsite

About The Position

SLFNHA’s Oral Health Services department is seeking an experienced and patient focused independent contractor to support the delivery of comprehensive, culturally appropriate oral health care services. Our new and fully equipped dental clinic is located in Sioux Lookout, Ontario to better serve First Nation clients from across Kiiwetinoong. The clinic features four operatories with one recovery room, charting office, digital charting/ radiography, panoramic/cephalometric x-ray, laboratory, sterilization center, change and staff room. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to improve access to care and contribute to the overall health and wellbeing of the First Nations populations in Northwestern Ontario. The ideal candidate communicates effectively, helps patients feel at ease and works both independently and collaboratively with SLFNHA’s qualified oral health care team. They have experience delivering other specialized treatments and a willingness to see clients of all ages.

Requirements

Must hold a Doctor or Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from an accredited program
General Dentist License or ability to obtain, in good standing with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO)
Authorized to administer Minimal Nitrous
Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate
Vulnerable Sector Check
Must have at least two years of clinical experience
Experience working with First Nations communities, exhibiting sensitivity to their history, cultures and ideologies
Experience/familiarity with NIHB Dental Benefits Guide
Current N95 mask fit certificate CSA Standards (within the last two (2) years)

Nice To Haves

Communicates effectively
Helps patients feel at ease
Works both independently and collaboratively with SLFNHA’s qualified oral health care team
Experience delivering other specialized treatments
Willingness to see clients of all ages