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Program: Dentist

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Salary: $212,675 - $286,453

Salary Range: 40

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Description

Provide general dental care to patients and assist in coordinating relative administrative procedures with the Chief Dentist and the Dental Office Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide routine dental services, including general restorative procedures, crowns and bridges, removable prosthetics, endodontics, oral surgery, and other related treatments.


• Provide indirect supervision of dental support staff in conjunction with the Clinic Manager and Dental Office Manager.


• Keep the Dental Office Manager and Clinic Manager informed of current dental department activities, developments, and accomplishments.


• Assist in developing dental policies and support the Clinic Manager and Dental Office Manager in their implementation.


• Maintain clear and effective communication with dental patients, staff, and supervisors.


• Stay current with new techniques, practices, and developments in the dental field.


• Actively participate in general staff and dental department meetings.


• Provide ongoing training and educational support to Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists as needed.


• Maintain current CPR certification, narcotics-related licensure, and applicable state licenses.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Graduate of accredited U.S. dental school.


• One-year experience in private or clinical practice.


• Current DEA and radiation license.


• Must be sensitive and possess an awareness and keen appreciation of Indian traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs of the Indian community.


• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certified or obtain within three months of hire.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Prior experience


• Bi-Lingual/Spanish Speaking

ALL TIHP EMPLOYEES ARE EXPECTED TO:

• Provide the highest possible level of service to clients.


• Promote teamwork and cooperative effort among employees.


• Abide by all immunization and infection control policies.


• Maintain safe practices.


• Abide by the current and future TIHP Policies and Procedures, as they may from time to time be updated.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Sitting / Mobility: Approximately 30% of time is spent working at a desk. Balance of time (approximately 70%) is spent moving around work areas. Communication: Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, patients and members of outside agencies, in person, by telephone, and by email. Vision: Ability to view x-ray, dental records, effectively use a computer screen and interpret printed materials, memos, and other appropriate paperwork. Lifting / Carrying: Ability to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing no more than 25 pounds. Stooping / Kneeling: Ability to access files/stock supplies in low cabinets and shelves. Reaching / Handling: Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, input information into computer systems and retrieve and work with appropriate paperwork, equipment, and supplies. Use of standard dental instruments and equipment, including dental x-ray, office equipment, computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and fax. Work is performed in a dental office/clinic environment; continuous contact with other staff and the public. 

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

INDIAN PREFERENCE: Preference may be given to qualified Native American Indians according to the Indian Preference Hiring Act, CFR 25 USC 472. Other than Toiyabe Indian Health Project, Inc. adheres to all provisions of the Equal Employment Opportunities Act. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: TIHP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national original, sex, religious preference, age, handicap, marital status, political preference, genetics or membership or nonmembership in any employee organization, except as allowed by Federal and/or Tribal Law.

NOTICE OF DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT REQUIREMENT:  TIHP is committed to maintaining a drug free and alcohol free workplace. TIHP believes that a healthy, productive workforce free from the effects of drugs is very important to all employees and patients. Substance abuse is incompatible with the health, safety, efficiency and success of TIHP.

HIPAA Health Insurance Portability and Accountability:  This act was enacted to deal with these main areas with regard to patient information.  Uses and Disclosures for Treatment, Payment, and Health Care Operations (45 CFR 164.506) are also covered under this act. HIPAA  

• Security of Private Health Information


• Standards of Electronic Transactions


• Privacy of individually identifiable health information


• Ready access to treatment and efficient payment for health care, both of which require use and disclosure of protected health information, are essential to the effective operation of the health care system. In addition, certain health care operations—such as administrative, financial, legal, and quality improvement activities—conducted by or for health care providers and health plans, are essential to support treatment and payment. 

DRIVING RECORD: Employees must have a valid Driver License and be insurable under THIP’s vehicle insurance program.

BACKGROUND CHECKS: All employees must be able to pass a background check per Toiyabe's Background Check Policy.

Toiyabe Indian Health Project is an At-Will Employer. Either the employee or TIHP can terminate the employment at will, without advance notice, at any time, with or without cause.

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