Dentist; Per-Diem Job Wenatchee area,Washington USA,Dental / Dentistry

Headquarters
600 Orondo
Wenatchee, WA 98801, USA

Description Compensation

Dentist - Per Diem: $100 per hour (2 columns); $50 per hour for each additional column above 2 columns.

Job Summary

The Dentist provides professional dental care, emergency dental treatment and oral hygiene to the patients of Columbia Valley Community Health (CVCH), including all relevant and required chart documentation.

Job Specific Competencies

Follows all procedures as outlined in the Clinic Safety Manual and Dental Clinic Blood Born Pathogen Compliance Manual

Explains the rationale for infection control and occupational safety protocols according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) hazard communication standards.
Demonstrates Universal Precautions techniques.

Delivers dental care according to clinic protocols and procedures.

Provides general and comprehensive dentistry services at CVCH, including performing oral examinations.

Examines patients’ teeth and oral soft and hard tissues using dental equipment and X-rays. Interprets x-rays; treats mouth diseases; performs prophylactic procedures, restorations and other treatment as needed.

Updates health history on all patients.

Establishes working relationships with local dental providers.

Diagnoses dental conditions and plan oral health care in consultation with patients.

Provides dental care within the scope of licensure, standard of care, scope of care of the clinic, and according to WAC guidelines and regulations.

Coordinates patient needs with Medical Clinic.

Teaches patients about good oral health practices and explains and reviews treatment plans with patients and parents.

Performs emergency procedures on patients in order to reduce or eliminate immediate pain providing definitive care, when possible.

Performs surgical operations to the mouth, jaws, teeth and related structures.

Administers local, general, and inhalation anesthetics when necessary for carrying out treatment.

Responsible for dental clinic operation in absence of Dental Clinic Management.

Assists in the provision of continuing education, on-the-job training and the orientation of dental staff and overall improvement of CVCH.

Travels to other sites and covers other schedules when necessary to fulfill the organizational and departmental needs and attends meetings as necessary.

General Duties and Responsibilities

Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Expected to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.

Conforms to safety policies, general housekeeping practices.

Demonstrates sound work ethics, flexible, and shows dedication to the position and the community.

Demonstrates a positive attitude, is respectful, and possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity toward clients and co-workers.

Keeps customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with all clients, co-workers, and others.

Employees are expected to embrace, support and promote the core values of respect, integrity, trust, compassion and quality which align with the CVCH mission statement through their actions and interactions with all patients, staff, and others.

Conforms to CVCH policies and Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations.

Job Specifications

Education:

Graduation from an accredited dental school with a DDS or DMD degree, and/or completion with a certificate from a CODA accredited dental residency program.

Certification/Licensure:
Washington State Dental License or eligibility to obtain licensure in the state of WA and current DEA with no restrictions and in good standing. Maintain documentation of all WAC requirements including continuing education and any other requirements accordingly. Basic Life Support (BLS) required. ACLS…