Graduated from an accredited dental school (DDS or equivalent)
Completion of an accredited general practice residency or AEGD is preferred
Knowledge of public health principles and practices preferred
Unrestricted license to practice dentistry in Minnesota
Current CPR (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
Ability to maintain appropriate clinical privileges
Effective oral and written communication skills in English, with additional languages preferred
Responsibilities
Examine patients and diagnose dental conditions, prescribing or directing treatment as necessary
Maintain accurate electronic dental records detailing patient interactions and treatment
Comply with federal, state, and local regulations related to dental care
Educate patients on oral health conditions and disease prevention
Assist in staff training and continuing education initiatives
Perform additional tasks as directed to meet organizational goals
Collaborate or lead clinical team members as required
Benefits
Option to work part-time or full-time hours
Opportunity to work within a community outreach program
Engagement with diverse patient age groups in a semi-permanent clinic
Potential for leadership and collaborative roles within a clinical team
Focus on public health and making a positive impact in the community
Full Job Description
Unique opportunity to help launch a Becker County Outreach program located in Detroit Lakes, MN. Will be working with all ages of patients in our semi permanent clinic. Option to work part-time or full-time.
Responsibilities
Examine individuals requesting care, diagnose their dental/oral conditions, prescribes and carries out, or directs others in carrying out, appropriate dental/oral treatment, or refers individuals for specialty consultation or treatment in conformance with approved clinical protocols and guidelines
Record patient-dentist transactions as they occur in the patient's electronic dental record so that the dental record accurately and completely reflects the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient and the care or treatment provided. In addition the Dentist shall complete referrals, Electronic Health Record data collections, and other records or paper work as required from time to time by the company
Compliance with all applicable federal, state, local and company rules, regulations, protocols and procedures governing the practice of dentistry and the clinical provision of dental care as well as those relating to, but not limited to, personnel issues, work place safety, public health and confidentiality
Educate individuals in the nature of oral health related conditions and in the general promotion of oral health related disease prevention
Assist in the provision of continuing education, on-the-job training, and the orientation of staff as requested
As directed by the Center Director or Chief Operating Officer, perform other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve organizational and programmatic goals and objectives
Collaborate with the Center Director or independently to lead clinical team members, as appropriate
Requirements
Graduation from an accredited dental school (DDS or equivalent) required
Completion of an accredited general practice residency or AEGD program preferred
Knowledge of public health principles and practices preferred
Unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of MN
DEA registrations, if applicable
Current CPR (BLS) from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
Ability to maintain appropriate clinical privileges required, hospital privileges preferred
Ability to obtain and maintain Professional malpractice insurance
Effective oral and written communication skills in English are required. Effective oral communication skills in other languages preferred
$160,000 - $220,000 a year
Prorated based on schedule
If you're passionate about providing high-quality dental care and making a difference in public health, apply today!
