Dentist Needed for Non-Profit Clinic

Permanent Dentist Job

Cypress, CA

Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: 

General dentist at non-profit clinic. Provides on-site dental care and treatment to eligible patients. Facilitates patient referrals to outside service providers, as needed. Supervises the dental department at Los Alamitos clinic: dental hygienist, dental assistant, and dental receptionist. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Train, supervise, and collaborate with dental hygienist, dental assistant, and dental receptionist at clinic.
• Evaluate patient health history and medical records.
• Diagnose diseases and conditions of the teeth, gums, jaws, and other oral tissues.
• Formulate comprehensive treatment plans and review options, risks, and benefits with patients.
• Perform dental treatments, including, but not limited to: composite and amalgam fillings, crown and bridge, removable prosthodontics, and occlusal splint therapy.
• Promote preventive dentistry and educate patients in proper oral care.
• Locate referral options and assist with facilitating agreements with outside service providers for treatment that is beyond the scope of the clinic.
• Make recommendations for streamlining procedures and improving service to patients.
• Supervise dental activities to achieve maximum expense control, efficiency, and productivity.
• Communicate with dental laboratory and track patient cases for fabrication of dental restorations, prostheses, and devices.
• Monitor inventory of dental equipment, materials, and supplies and submit orders for replacement and maintenance.
• Create a welcoming, comfortable environment for patients and assist them with making necessary appointments.
• Maintain clean treatment rooms and equipment in accordance with current infection control best practices.
• Maintain, update, and review patient records and assist with information for patient co-payments.
• Prescribe or dispense patient medication within purview of appropriate dental practices, as applicable.
• Comply with HIPAA and other federal, state, and local regulations.
• Comply with foundation’s policies and procedures.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
• Actively licensed to practice dentistry by the Dental Board of California.
• At least one year of work experience or a post-graduate residency is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of dental care.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Current DEA registration.
• Current malpractice insurance policy.

OTHER SKILLS:  

• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to work with patients, staff, and other healthcare personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate sensitivity to others.
• Ability to provide excellence in customer service.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Ability to speak Spanish is helpful but not required.

COMPUTER & EQUIPMENT SKILLS:

• Use practice management software.