Dentist

Key Essential Functions And Accountabilities Of The Job

• Provides direct patient care in home office and occasional village travel.
• Develops and promotes dental health.
• Acts as advisor to the Director and Senior Clinical Director of Dental Services in all matters pertaining to patient care in their clinic(s).
• Acknowledges all communications, submits required reports, timecards, clinical coding, and documentation in a timely manner.
• Keeps up-to-date knowledge of technical best practices and of Evidence-Based Dentistry practices through continuing education and applying these skills to scope of practice.
• Performs additional duties assigned by Director of Dental Services or other proper authority.
• Supervises dental residents.
• Maintains credentialing requirements (for Juneau & Sitka Dentists).

Other Functions

• Constant pace and frequent contact with apprehensive and/or uncooperative patients require communication, patience, organization, and efficiency.
• Flexibility regarding scheduling is required to accommodate occasional need to work into lunch hour, after hours, and in emergencies.
• Participate in village field trips.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervisory responsibilities are required.

Education, Certifications, And Licenses Required

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited university
• Active Dental Practice license in state of Alaska or another US state – Alaska license preferred
• BLS

Experience Required

• 2+ years’ experience OR completion of Dental Residency

Knowledge Of

• Evidence-based dentistry practices
• HIPAA regulations

Skills

• In diagnostic and treatment skills
• Clinical skills
• Maintaining safety
• Ability to Follow infection control guidelines
• Diagnose and treat dental problems
• Follow established protocol
• Use caution

Travel Required

Occasional travel to remote villages around Southeast Alaska for field trips

Physical Demands

• Physically able to sit over patient for hours at a time
• Dexterity with hands

Work Environment

Can be emotionally and/or physically challenging

Required Certifications

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!