LAC COURTE OREILLES

COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
13380 W Trepania Road  Hayward, Wisconsin 54843-2186

Telephone: 715-638-5100

Administration Fax: 715-634-6107

Medical Records Fax: 715-634-2740

Position Description

Position: Dentist

Location: Lac Courte Oreilles Community Health Center

Salary Range: Negotiable

Posting Date: March 10, 2023

Closing Date: Until Filled

Description of Position:

Provide comprehensive dental care to patients of the Lac Courte Oreilles Community Health

Center Dental Department on a continuous basis. Work activities of the Clinic’s Dentist include

developing and follow-through with a plan of care for patient treatment, problem solving related

to patient care, documentation of treatment information, working directly with the public and

dental department staff as well as other health care providers in the LCOHC facility. The Dentist

will need to establish and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with

others, including coworkers and patients as dictated by the Medical Home model of care.

Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited Dental school;

Current active WI License to practice Dentistry

Mantoux TB test current;

Have completed Hepatitis B series;

Ability to develop comprehensive and emergent treatment plans and follow through with

implementation of these plans;

Possess strong oral presentation skills;

Possess good hand/eye coordination;

Ability to maintain confidentiality and observe all requirements of the Federal Privacy

Act and HIPAA regulations.

Valid Driver’s License

Must be able to pass a background check

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Examine teeth, periodontal tissues, and oral soft tissue using appropriate technology and

diagnostic equipment. Evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and

plan appropriate treatments.

2. Formulate a plan of treatment for patient's teeth and mouth tissue.

3. Administer anesthetics to limit the discomfort experienced by patients during procedures.

4. Use appropriate PPE to protect themselves and their patients from infectious diseases.

Report any breech of infection standards.

5. Use air turbine/electric and hand instruments, dental appliances and surgical implements.

6. Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth, gums and related oral

structures, and provide preventive and corrective services.

7. Advise and instruct patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of

dental problems, and oral health care services.

8. Treat exposure of pulp by pulp capping, removal of pulp from pulp chamber, or root

canal, using dental instruments.

9. Write prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications within established policies.

10. Design, make, and fit prosthodontic appliances such as space maintainers, bridges, and

dentures, or write fabrication instructions or prescriptions for denturists and dental

technicians.

11. Use air turbine/electric and hand instruments, dental appliances and surgical implements.

12. Operate practice efficiently.

Maximize 3rd13. party billing and meet MA guidelines.

14. Attend all required meetings as directed.

15. Optimize patient satisfaction and customer service.

16. Finish assignments and projects by the deadline assigned.

17. Follow Dental Policies and Procedures.

18. Responsible for reporting Adverse Incidents.

19. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Dental Director.

Supervision and Guidance:

The Dentist will work under the direct supervision of the Dental Director with oversight by the

Health Director.

• Applicants for employment with the Health Center must submit with the application form

additional documents including the following:

Letter of Interest

Resume

Credentials

Proof of any stated Qualifications

Three (3) letters of recommendation

Academic transcripts

Application Information:

Applications may be obtained from and submitted to:

Lac Courte Oreilles Community Health Center

Human Resources

13380W Trepania Road

Hayward, Wisconsin 54843

715-638-5132

sklecan@lcohc.com

715-634-6107 FAX

The Lac Courte Oreilles Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. Native

American Preference will be given to candidates of equal or comparable qualifications.

03/17/2023