Dentist - Endodontist

Key Essential Functions And Accountabilities Of The Job

• Provide endodontic assessments and direct endodontic care to all patients of the SEARHC Dental Program.
• Develop and promote endodontic programs, protocols and systems for endodontic care that lead to best possible outcomes.
• Act as advisor to the Dental Division Managers in all matters pertaining to endodontics.
• Acknowledges all communications and submits required reports and chart documentation in a timely manner.
• Performs additional duties assigned by the Dental Director.

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

• DDS or DMD degree from CODA accredited dental school.
• Graduate of a CODA accredited program in endodontics.
• Dental Practice License in the State of Alaska or another US State. Alaska license preferred.
• BLS required.

Experience Required

• Endodontic therapy on all appropriate permanent dentition.
• Endodontic surgery.
• Vital and non-vital bleaching.
• Treatment of root canal obstruction.
• Internal root repair of perforation defects.
• Retreatment of previous root canal therapy.
• Canal preparation for dowel or post.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to follow infection control guidelines.
• Ability to follow established protocol.
• Diagnostic skills.
• Treatment skills.
• Follow established protocol.
• Dexterity with hands.
• Clinical Skills appropriate for the specialty of endodontics.