Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Director of Dental Services, the Oral Surgeon works in the PACE Clinic setting specializing in the surgical treatment of the defects and irregularities on the anatomy of the human jaw. Physical attendance at an InnovAge facility is essential to performing the job duties.
Patient Treatment -90%
• Reviews participant's charts for the day
• Present patients their dental treatment plan and /or treatment options.
• Performs necessary radiographic procedures in an accurate, efficient and timely manner and provides results to oral surgeon.
• Checks on post-operative participants and provides post-treatment instructions and materials.
• Assessing patients problems to be given diagnosis and treatment
• Performing surgical operations on the jaw
• Removal of the abnormalities on the facial structure
• Determining defects and improvements to be made
• Performing dental procedures, such as extraction
• Prescribing medications for dental problems, such as pain medications or antibiotics.
• In appropriate monitored setting, giving clients sedatives or anesthesia prior to administering treatments.
• Ordering diagnostic measures, such as x-rays, models, etc.
• Using instruments, such as drills, probes, brushes, or mirrors, to examine and treat teeth and mouth.
• Keeping records relating to the oral health of patients and the treatments given to them.
• Managing and communicating with other staff members to provide care to patients.
Supervision - 10%
• Effectively supervises by example and leadership, motivation and direction to employees of the organization.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable state and federal employment laws.
• Helps set the tone of the department to ensure morale, team work, and that the positive employment culture of the organization is maintained.
• Regularly attends leadership/management, department, and staff 1:1 as a forum for communication, to ensure coordination and collaboration in meeting organization and individual goals.
REQUIRED
• D.D.S or D.M.D Degree from U.S. accredited dental school
• Completion of an Oral Surgery Residency at an accredited teaching facility
• Board Certified as an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
• Current dental license for state in which practicing
• Current CPR certification
• Current DEA license and adequate malpractice coverage
• 3 or more years of practice experience as a Board Certified Oral Surgeon
• A minimum of one year working with the frail or elderly is required
PREFERRED
• Nitrous Oxide certification
• IV Sedation certification
Posted Pay Range
240700 - 325000
Additional Information
Compensation Disclaimer
The pay may vary depending on job related factors, such as work location, experience, knowledge, skills, education, certifications, training and internal equity. InnovAge offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with company match, short and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental life insurance, ADD, flexible spending account, paid time off and company paid holidays.
Attention Florida Applicants
This position requires a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
For more information, please visit the Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
