Dentist

POSITION DESCRIPTION

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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide routine dental services: General restorative procedures, crown and bridge, removable prosthetics, endodontics, oral surgery, etc.
• Indirectly supervises dental support staff in conjunction with Clinic Manager and Dental Office Manager.
• Keep Dental Office Manager and Clinic Manager abreast of current activities, situations, accomplishments, etc., in Dental.
• Assist in development of dental policies and aid Clinic Manager/Dental Office Manager in the implementation.
• Maintain clear channels of communication with dental patients, all staff and supervisors.
• Keep current on new techniques and philosophies related to all aspects of the dental field.
• Actively attend general and dental staff meetings.
• Provides ongoing training and educational support to the Dental Assistants and Hygienists as needed.
• Maintain current CPR, narcotic and state licenses.
• Other related job 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 non-membership 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.

EMPLOYEE RECEIPT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I have received a copy of this approved position description.  The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Board of Directors reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or work environment change. I have discussed any questions I may have about this position description prior to signing this form.