Mobile Dentist - Per Diem

MEDICAL TEAMS INTERNATIONAL•Olympia, WA

7d•$78 - $79

About The Position

The Mobile Dentist for US Programs contributes to the calling of Medical Teams International through providing direct dental care to patients experiencing high health disparities. Medical Teams International Calling: Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world. Medical Teams International holds strict child and vulnerable adult safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct related to sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment & selection, hiring decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates’ eligibility thorough background checks, police clearance, and professional reference check processes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Practice: Perform dental procedures in a manner that sets the standard of care for US Programs. Procedures include, but are not limited to, limited/comprehensive exams, fillings, and extractions. Demonstrate active listening to patient chief complaints and communicate treatment options in a respectful and understandable manner that supports and encourages patient autonomy. Evaluate patient medical history and medical condition prior to treatment to ensure safe practices. Educate and encourage preventive procedures to prevent future oral health complications. Prescribe medications (antibiotics, analgesics) conservatively and when appropriate. Provide referrals to primary care physicians, dental care homes, dental specialists (endodontists, denturists, prosthodontists, etc.) when needed. Maintain patient records in compliance with HIPAA laws and standards. Assure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements for clinical dentistry. Document thorough chart notes, including all information required for Medicaid claims submission. Utilize asepsis controls to prevent transmission of communicable diseases. Ensure the Safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. Other Duties: Adhere to Medical Teams and US Programs standards, policies, and procedures. Serve as an ambassador for Medical Teams and US Programs at all times. Demonstrate cooperation and teamwork and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels of staff and community partners. Attend staff and mandatory in-services meetings. Participate in continuing education and assume responsibility for updating professional skills. Utilize volunteers when appropriate. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

DDS or DMD from accredited program.
Active and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the state of Oregon and/or Washington.
Active BLS/CPR Certification.
Active DEA license.
Valid Driver license.
Minimum of 1 year of dental practice experience performing the duties of the position.
Commitment to Medical Teams International Calling Statement and Core Values.
In-depth knowledge of current dental terminology (CDT) coding and regulations.
Knowledge of the Medicaid system, including requirements for billing and coding.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
Ability to work in mobile clinics (smaller spaces).
Ability to problem solve in low resourced communities and in rural settings.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to uphold and exemplify the organization’s core values.
Ability to represent the organization in a professional manner to donors, volunteers and the public.
Ability to connect with and inspire volunteers.
Moderately skilled with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel software.
Proficient in multiple Electronic Health Record software systems.
Ability to travel to various locations where clinics are being held.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year of experience working with underserved populations.
Experience with CRM preferred.
Experience with Open Dental and eClinicalWorks preferred.
Fluency in an additional language preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform dental procedures in a manner that sets the standard of care for US Programs. Procedures include, but are not limited to, limited/comprehensive exams, fillings, and extractions.
Demonstrate active listening to patient chief complaints and communicate treatment options in a respectful and understandable manner that supports and encourages patient autonomy.
Evaluate patient medical history and medical condition prior to treatment to ensure safe practices.
Educate and encourage preventive procedures to prevent future oral health complications.
Prescribe medications (antibiotics, analgesics) conservatively and when appropriate.
Provide referrals to primary care physicians, dental care homes, dental specialists (endodontists, denturists, prosthodontists, etc.) when needed.
Maintain patient records in compliance with HIPAA laws and standards.
Assure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements for clinical dentistry.
Document thorough chart notes, including all information required for Medicaid claims submission.
Utilize asepsis controls to prevent transmission of communicable diseases.
Ensure the Safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies.
Adhere to Medical Teams and US Programs standards, policies, and procedures.
Serve as an ambassador for Medical Teams and US Programs at all times.
Demonstrate cooperation and teamwork and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels of staff and community partners.
Attend staff and mandatory in-services meetings.
Participate in continuing education and assume responsibility for updating professional skills.
Utilize volunteers when appropriate.
Performs additional duties as assigned.