Dentist - Shoshone Clinic

About the Role

Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums and related oral structures. Examines patients to determine the nature of conditions, utilizing x-rays, dental instruments, and other diagnostic procedures. Provides preventive dental services, including applications of fluoride and sealants, and educates patients on oral and dental hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients' teeth and gums using dental equipment and X-rays
• Diagnose dental conditions and plan oral health care in consultation with patients
• Clean teeth and cavities and provide preventive care
• Repair decayed and broken teeth by placing various filling materials; extract and replace teeth when necessary
• Treat diseases of the gums, tooth nerves, and root canals
• Perform surgical operations on the mouth, jaws, teeth, and related structures
• Administer local anesthetics when necessary for treatment
• Design, construct, and fit dentures, crowns, and bridges to replace lost or unsound teeth
• Refer patients to dental specialists for further treatment
• Set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with regulations and guidelines
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot a wide range of dental equipment
• Develop and process dental radiographs
• Maintain patient records
• Order and manage dental supplies and inventory
• Adhere to sterile procedures and radiation safety protocols

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s Degree and successful completion of an accredited DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) or DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) program
• Licensed to practice dentistry in the state of Idaho

Skills

• Current knowledge of and ability to follow a full range of dental clinical procedures and protocols
• Ability to work as a team member within a clinical environment
• Knowledge of patient evaluation and triage procedures
• Knowledge of planning and scheduling techniques
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and institutional regulations for dental outpatient services
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot dental equipment
• Knowledge of radiation safety procedures, standards, and protocols
• Records maintenance skills
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and inventory control
• Knowledge of sterile procedures

Pay

$131,500 - $159,000 DOE. Opportunity for multiple bonuses.

Working Conditions

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior clinic or a mobile dental unit
• Moderate physical activity required, including handling objects up to 25 pounds or standing/walking for more than four hours per day
• Exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations; requires following safety precautions and using protective equipment
• Work with blood or blood-borne pathogens; OSHA training required

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in maintaining a safe working environment, including completing training, reporting hazards, and serving on safety committees as requested
• Adhere to high standards of ethics and integrity, ensuring accurate reporting and billing in compliance with FHS, state, and federal regulations
• Participate in compliance trainings and report any concerns or violations
• Support the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) initiative by being an active team member
• Read and understand operational, safety, and environmental requirements for the job