Dentist

[Position Summary: Provide comprehensive and appropriate dental care and treatment to patients. Provide supervision to dental assistants and Dental Hygienist as assigned. Dentists diagnose, prevent, and treat problems with teeth or mouth tissue. They remove decay, fill cavities, examine X-rays, place protective plastic sealants on children's teeth and repair fractured teeth.

Dentists extract teeth and make models and measurements for dentures to replace missing teeth. They provide instruction on diet, brushing, flossing, the use of fluorides, and other aspects of dental care. They also administer anesthetics and write prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications.

Dentists use a variety of equipment, including x-ray machines; drills; and instruments such as mouth mirrors, probes, forceps, brushes, and scalpels. They wear masks, gloves, and safety glasses to protect themselves and their patients from infectious diseases. Willing to participate in the CQI Program Activities.

POSITION SCOPE

1. Financial Responsibility – direct

2. Financial Responsibility – indirect

3. Staff/Supervision – direct

4. Staff/Supervision – indirect

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Achieve Results

1. Directly affect improvements in patient well-being through accurate and timely delivery of

relevant, high quality dental care. Ensure the delivery of competent, accurate, dental

care and treatment to all patients as assigned.

2. Lead and direct the development, implementation, and monitoring of quality dental care

services, programs and initiatives. Ensure that the delivery of all dental care meets or

exceeds:

a. the needs and satisfaction of all patients served

b. all organizational and professional standards

c. all clinical outcomes and related expectations

d. all productivity standards, goals, and expectations

e. all financial metrics associated with the efficient, cost effective delivery of dental

care services.

3. Lead and direct the dental program’s quality improvement initiatives. Ensure metrics for

clinical outcomes are consistently reviewed, and that the organization is provided clear

guidance and direction affecting ongoing improvements in the quality of care.

4. Manage and direct all ancillary clinical services related to oral health. Ensure all clinical

services functions achieve expected clinical, productivity, and financial outcomes.

5. Manage all functional areas within budgeted guidelines.

6. Personally provide care to patients, as feasible. Collaborate with all clinic operations

functions to ensure ongoing improvements in clinic productivity, patient satisfaction, and

financial outcomes.

7. Provide leadership and direction related to clinical collaborative, studies, programs, or

research related initiatives that improve the lives of our patients as well as the

communities in which they live.

POSITION SUMMARY

Operational Excellence

8. Ensure all dental staff members are properly contracted, qualified, directed, and

motivated to provide patients high quality services and care.

9. Ensure all patient records, charts, and all related documentation is maintained current

and consistent with best practices in the dental care field, as well as within all relevant

laws and regulations. Ensure the organization meets or exceeds all governmental,

regulatory and accreditation standards in all areas of day to day operations.

10. Provide advice and counsel to all clinical personnel on matters related to clinical care,

patient grievances and related issues. Minimize risk and exposures to the organization

by monitoring trends, managing issues, coaching staff, and ensuring compliance with all

clinical protocols and quality assurance guidelines.

Relationship Management

11. Manage and ensure favorable relationship within the organization’s leadership team.

Provide leadership, insights, solutions, and support to all other functions with the

organization.

12. Manage and ensure favorable, collaborative relationships within and among all dental

clinical staff. Develop a culture of dental care professionals open and willing to accept an

integrated approach to the delivery of services.

13. Manage and ensure favorable relationships with the Bureau of Primary Health, HRSA,

NACHC, NNOHA, JCAHO, local and state health departments, other accreditation and

related resources vital to the organization’s continued success.

14. Establish positive working relationships with area dental offices, dentists, hospitals,

clinics, physicians and specialists, regulatory bodies and related organizations. Ensure

the organization maintains a strong provider and referral network of dental offices,

dentists, hospitals, physicians, and ancillary providers able to meet the medical and

dental care needs of patients served.

15. Develop a favorable reputation for the organization. Develop effective working

relationships within the local dental care community as well as with third party insurance

resources. Minimize conflict, maximize services, and ensure patients treated through the

clinics are done so consistent with the requirements set forth by those through whom

they are insured.

Leadership and Supervision

16. Ensure the organization is appropriately staffed with a full complement of clinical staff.

Foster a workplace that results in the development of a high performing team of

professionals and staff. Ensure that all staff are properly coached and directed, and that

clearly defined measurements of performance and rewards are utilized to enhance

individual and organizational effectiveness.

17. Personally, and at all times, uphold and ensure all associates conduct themselves at all

times in a manner consistent with the organization’s values, mission, policies, and

expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KEY COMPETENCIES

 Provide leadership in the establishment and implementation of dental care delivery

mechanisms, strategies, tactics, standards and goals.

 Build strong business relationships and strategic partnerships both internally and external

to the organization.

 Demonstrate a strong business acumen as well as substantial knowledge and expertise

in the dental sciences. Analyze, synthesize and communicate complex data, clinical

information, quality outcomes, business needs and related issues in an accurate,

objective and straightforward manner.

 Solve problems, and make critical patient and/or management decisions supported by

substantial financial analysis, clinical knowledge, and critical data based decision making.

 As necessary and assigned, personally provide all relevant dental services to patients.

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 Personally direct, lead, coach, and assess the performance of all staff members within

the department. Effectively manage conflict, promote change and growth, and inspire the

development of a highly effective team of professionals.

 Manage all relationships with regulatory agencies, accreditation entities, network

providers, and related concerns.

 Build consensus and focus within the organization as well as within and among various

resources, vendors, and strategic partners

 Recruit, develop and direct a high performing team

 Travel throughout the region and the country to monitor operational performance and

activity, and to establish relationships with key resources and affiliates.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education

 Licensed to practice dentistry in the state(s) in which organization operates.

 D.D.S. or D.M.D.

 Additional advanced degree in business, public health, healthcare administration or

related field of study preferred.

Experience

 Demonstrated success in leading and directing a dental care staff of comparable size and

scope.

 Demonstrated expertise related to trends and issues, laws and regulations associated

with the delivery of oral health services.

 Demonstrated success in establishing a wide range of business and professional

relationships.

 Demonstrated success in selecting and developing, motivating and directing high

performing teams.

 Experience managing or practicing in a dental or oral health program.

 Capacity to envision and develop clinical programs consistent with clinic’s mission and a

publicly operated care delivery system.

 Demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance and risk management standards and

processes.

 Familiarity and experience with standards and processes established by JCAHO, CMS,

OSHA, CDC, ADA and regulatory entities.

 Knowledge of federal regulations governing dental care clinical staff.

 Knowledge of credentialing process, delineation of clinical privileges and peer review for

dental staff.

Physical/Environmental

 Normal accessibility and mobility throughout the region required.

 Normal overtime/extended work hours.

Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure (Please Check One)

Dentist responsibilities

Diagnose and provide appropriate dental treatment to patients, including regular cleanings, root canals, surgical extractions, restore implants and cosmetic dentistry

Educate patients and parents of patients on maintaining proper oral health

Communicate with dental staff on our team regarding patient treatment plans

Prescribe medications as necessary

Carefully document all medications, diagnoses, treatments and consultations

Supervise the work of professional, ( dental assistants and dental Hygienists).

Provide appropriate referrals

Dentist Skills and Qualifications

DDS, DMD or DD required

Current license to practice dentistry

Minimum 5 years’ clinical experience at a dental practice

Dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of care to patients

Excellent communication skills

Friendly and professional demeanor

Working Conditions

Dentists must spend long hours on their feet. They must take precautions against infectious diseases and be able to deal with tense patients. Because they often have several helpers, dentists must be able to supervise the work of others. They should also have good business sense. They must be responsible and careful professionals who can work well with their hands

Special Requirements

· Requires sitting, standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Requires frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to work with a moderate noise level in the work environment is required.

Confidentiality

· Maintains and follows patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential to be in compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). We shall respect ourselves, our patients, co-workers, and work as a team.

Hours of operation

· All PCHS staff whether employed or contract are obligated to abide by the hours of operation as set by the PCHS Board of Directors. The hours changes frequently as per the needs of our patients.

Leave Request

· All PCHS staff whether employed or contract are obligated to abide by PCHS Leave Policy as stated in PCHS Policy and Procedures Manuals as set by the PCHS Board of Directors. This indicated that any vacation time or leave is asked for in a timely manner, to assist us with preparing for coverage, re-scheduling or back up.

Texas is an At Will State

· Employment not guaranteed for any specific time, and either party is free to terminate, with or without cause or prior notice. All PCHS staff whether employed or contract are obligated to abide by PCHS Resignation policy as stated in Policy and Procedures manuals as set by the PCHS Board of Directors, which includes but is not limited to; at least two weeks’ written notice for non-exempt staff and thirty days written notice for exempt staff or contract staff. Timely written notice, as per policy must be given to PCHS, in order to be eligible for any vacation time accrued, that is to say if you are eligible, which means you are not in any probationary period and you have been employed consecutively for at least one year at PCHS. Failure to provide timely written notification, as per policy, will forfeit any eligible vacation time. Sick time is not a payable benefit under any circumstances at time of departure, this benefit is forfeited.

Discrimination Prohibitions

· Fundamental is the fact that the PCHS does not discriminate, in services or in employment, on the basis of race, color, marital status, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental handicap or disability, age (over 40), Vietnam era veteran status, or other grounds not permitted by applicable federal, state and local laws or regulations. The Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) prohibits discrimination against individuals qualified to perform the essential functions of a position with or without a reasonable accommodation on the basis of the individual’s disability or perceived disability.

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Job Type: Full-time

Ability to Commute:

• Alpine, TX 79830 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Alpine, TX 79830: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person