Dentist - Chugachmiut - Seward, AK

You will be asked to provide three (3) professional references and the past seven (7) years of education and employment history. The application is 9 steps and typically takes 9-15 minutes. This description is intended to describe the essential job functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned, and management may, with or without notice, add or change the duties at any time. Notice to Applicants: All applicants offered employment with Chugachmiut will be subject to a background investigation. Offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation conducted in accordance with Chugachmiut policy and Public Law 101-630. Every offer of employment with Chugachmiut will be made contingent on a background investigation. The nature and extent of the investigation will depend on the job duties of the position for which an offer is made. USE OF INFORMATION OBTAINED IN A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION Information obtained from a background investigation will be considered for employment purposes as permitted by federal and state law and in accordance with Chugachmiut’s policy. Information will be reviewed to determine: Whether an individual made false statements or material omissions on an application for employment or during an interview; Whether an applicant or employee, based on the job duties of the position in question, poses a threat to security and/or employee safety in the workplace; and The likelihood of an applicant or employee being successful and productive on the job. Start Over with Job Search Returning Applicant? Login Now Dentist Job Type: Regular Full Time Location: Seward Salary: DOE Opening Date: 11/14/2024 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Summary: **This position offers up to $5,000 in relocation expenses following IRS regulations to Seward, AK ** Position is based in Seward, Alaska. The Dentist is responsible for providing professional work in preventing, diagnosing, and treating disease, injuries, and deformities of the oral cavity and surrounding head and neck structures. Responsible for performing a broad range of duties in treating dental diseases requiring knowledge and experience to perform independently. This position requires travel throughout our Region to Port Graham, Nanwalek, Tatitlek, and Chenega. Major Responsibilities: Assume quality of care for all patients at all times. Adhere to the highest standard of dental practices, ethics, and professionalism. Examine individuals requesting care, diagnose their dental/oral conditions, prescribe and carry out or direct others to carry out appropriate dental/oral treatment, or refer individuals for specialty consultation or treatment in conformance with Chugachmiut policies and clinical guidelines. Record patient-dentist transactions as they occur in the patient’s dental record so that the dental record accurately and completely reflects the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient, and the care and treatment provided. In addition, the dentist shall complete referrals and other records needed to complete the treatment plan. Communicate effectively with the dental staff, other health care providers, patients, and families. Ensure that verbal and written instructions are clear, concise, and understood by listening and asking for feedback. Educate support staff on interpreting and carrying out verbal and written orders so that the patient’s needs are met. Work in coordination with other clinic staff to effectively educate the patient on their course of treatment to increase the likelihood of compliance. Provide ongoing feedback to health staff to improve communication and be receptive to feedback from staff. Provide patient education that consists of advising patients and family members in methods that facilitate a capacity for self-care and a movement towards a healthcare partnership between the healthcare providers, the patients, and their families. Counsel and instruct patients and family members directly or refer them to the appropriate healthcare provider. Utilize opportunities and stress preventative care and maintenance to patients and their families regarding dental hygiene, health habits, and home care. Listens for clues that the patient needs additional assistance understanding or carrying out the treatment plan. Educate individuals on the nature of oral health-related conditions and general oral health promotion. Serve on health service committees as assigned. Participate in short and long-term program planning for the dental department and the division, including developing goals and objectives. Travel to fulfill the division’s needs and attend meetings representing the organization and/or the Dental Department. Responsible for full compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and organization rules, regulations, protocols, and procedures governing the practice of dentistry and the clinical provisions of dental care as well as those relating to, but not limited to, personal issues, workplace safety, public health, and confidentiality. Assist in implementing the Dental Department plan through coordination with village health care professionals, direct patient contact, and interaction with civic/educational/tribal groups. Ensure maintenance of accurate patient records to reflect each patient’s health status and risk factors. Develop, maintain, and oversee a quality assurance program and continuous quality improvement process for the dental program in conjunction with health services division staff and other regional health care providers. Monitor the quality of care delivered. Ensures ADA and other regulatory standards are met as they apply to the program. Conforms to Chugachmiut policies, strict employee confidentiality, and HIPAA regulations. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Education Requirements: D.D.S. or D.M.D. from an accredited dental school. Current Alaska licensure (or ability to obtain license within 30 days of hire) Management level supervisory experience Current DEA certificate Current CPR (BLS) certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire Hours of Work: Hours of work are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with an hour for lunch. This is a full-time 37.5 hours per week and 1950 hours a year position. Chugachmiut maintains a drug/alcohol free and non-smoking environment. Benefits: Chugachmiut offers its employees a generous and robust benefits package. Please visit www.chugachmiut.org for a complete list of our benefits. Relocation Expenses: Up to $5,000 for legitimate moving expenses per IRS regulations, for additional information on moving expenses, please visit the following: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p521.pdf Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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