Dentist Consultant

Position Title: Dentist

Department: Dental

Reports To: Director of Primary Care/Director of Clinic Operations

POSITION SUMMARY

The family dentist will manage patients’ oral health by diagnosing their dental/ oral conditions, will prescribe and carry out, or direct others in carrying out, appropriate dental/ oral treatment. The family dentist will refer patients for specialty consultation or treatment in conformance with approved clinical protocols and guidelines.

CATEGORIES OF DUTIES

• Upholds high standards of dental practice, ethics, and professionalism.
• Assists the Dental Director and provides recommendations for practice improvements.
• Conducts risk assessments (CAMBRA) for patients of all ages.
• Accurately records patient-dentist interactions in Wisdom/EPIC dental records.
• Performs dental examinations and determines appropriate treatments.
• Administers topical application of fluorides and prescribes fluoride for systemic use when appropriate.
• Apply sealants and conduct diagnostic screening for caries and periodontal disease using dental x-rays.
• Performs fillings and single unit crowns; non-surgical-endodontics, simple extractions, periodontal therapies, bridges, or dentures when appropriate.
• Completes required referrals, data collection, and documentation.
• Educates patients on oral health conditions and disease prevention.
• Engages with professional dental organizations as per clinic policies.
• Familiarizes with federal and state regulations for community health centers.
• Participates in dental staff and center committees as assigned.
• Supports continuing education and training for health center staff.
• Provides technical assistance and health education to the community.
• Administers anesthetics and manages dental emergencies and infections.
• Participates in peer review assessments.
• Participates in Dental department meetings, QA sessions, and Peer Review committees.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, local, and center regulations related to dental practice and clinical care.
• Adheres to TTC’s Exposure Control Plan, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment and Universal Precautions.
• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and effectively works with diverse patient populations.
• Consistently meets quality and production targets set by the clinics administration.
• May supervise dental students and residents and assist patients with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Engages in safety programs and may be assigned to an emergency response team.
• Completes other tasks as directed by the clinics administration.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine conferred by a dental school approved by the World Health Organization as required by the California Dental Practice Act.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in general dentistry.
• Two plus years of community clinic experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• A California license to practice dentistry issued by the Dental Board of California.
• A Radiation Safety License issued by the Dental Board of California -OR- A certificate of compliance from an approved Board course in radiation Safety.
• Current NPI number and DEA registrations.
• Current CPR (BLS) certifications.
• Completion of an accredited general practice residency program is preferred but not required.
• Requires a comprehensive knowledge of primary dental care in outpatient settings.
• Must have an interest in the design of and in evaluating the efficiency of dental programs in the community health care setting.
• Authoritative knowledge of the practice and techniques of dentistry as general practitioner in a community health center is highly desirable.
• Proficient computer skills and experience with electronic dental records software.

SETTING

Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, which provides behavioral healthcare services, including chemical dependency, primary and specialty care services.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. does not discriminate as to race, nationality, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and disability in its hiring practices.

ADA REQUIREMENT

Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. supports the Americans with Disabilities Act. Discrimination is prohibited in all aspects of employment against disabled persons, who, with reasonable accommodations, can perform the essential functions of a job.

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