Dentist- Sycuan Health Center

The ancestors of the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation existed many centuries ago as a community of people…a Tribe living together, farming, hunting and fishing to survive.

Much has changed since that time. Today the Sycuan Tribe governs its Reservation, owns and operates a Casino and a Golf Resort, and owns a number of other business ventures in the San Diego Region.

One attribute that remains unchanged, however, is Sycuan's sense of community. Sycuan is more than just a business. Sycuan is a community of people working together toward a common goal. Whether you work in our state-of-the-art Casino, our beautiful Resort, or become a staff member in our Tribal Government division, you will be part of the Sycuan family.

Under the general supervision of the Dental Director, provides dental services and care to dental patients.

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Note:

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time)

• Provides the following dental services within the scope of the current California Dental Practice Act, Business and Professions Code, and Dental Board of California license:
  • Supervision and training of dental assisting/reception staff
  • Medical history review and preoperative consultation with allied health care providers
  • Oral, head and neck physical examination to develop diagnoses
  • Read dental radiographs to detect pathology and develop diagnoses
  • Creation of individualized dental treatment plans
  • Periodontal care and oral hygiene instruction
  • Endodontic therapy
  • Restorative fillings
  • Fixed and removable prosthetics services
  • Limited oral surgery
  • Limited dental cosmetic procedures
  • Palliative care for acute dental pain
  • Administration of local anesthesia
  • Prescribing of medication
  • Post operative care
  • Provide continuous care through recall and preventative care plans
  • Facilitate the referral of patients to dental/medical specialists
• Modifies electronic and hard copy patient records to document factors that pertain to past, current and planned dental treatments
• Maintains the integrity of the electronic and hard copy patient records in accordance with SMDC protocol and existing HIPAA requirements
• Provides performance evaluation feedback to the Dental Director of supervised dental assistant and reception staff
• Completes annual peer and chart audits according to SMDC protocol
• Assumes responsibility for all assigned duties and patient care in the absence of the Dental Director
• Assists with the completion and documentation of SMDC compliance audits and inspections
• Attends all SMDC general staff and interdepartmental meetings
• Collaborates in the development and completion of department quality improvement goals
• Assists in the development of improved workplace safety practices
• Reports hazardous working conditions according to SMDC protocol and OSHA guidelines
• Adheres to standards for infection control in accordance with SMDC, local, state, and federal OSHA regulations
• Completes annual SMDC provider credentialing and complies with all National Practitioner Databank requests for information
• Completes continuing education requirements to maintain Dental license in good standing

• D.D.S. or D.M.D. Degree from an accredited U.S. School of Dentistry
• Dental license in good standing issued by the California State Board
• 2 years dental practice experience
• Current healthcare provider CPR certification
• DEA Certificate

• Previous experience working in a Tribal Health dental clinic
• 4 or more years dental practice experience

• Ability to provide and perform high quality dental services
• Ability to research and analyze data and make sound judgments
• Working knowledge of laws and regulations governing the maintenance of dental records
• Ability to remain current and up-to-date in dental practices
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with patients and staff
• Ability to complete forms, documents and reports correctly
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Working knowledge of electronically based dental practice management databases
• Working knowledge of Windows based computer applications
• Working knowledge of MS Outlook and internet web search
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure
• Ability to accept constructive criticism

• Proficiency in Dentrix Dental Practice Management software
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Multi-lingual

Direct:
None

Indirect:
None

If you enjoy being part of a community dedicated to creating a memorable guest experience, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Sycuan and join our winning team!