Staff Dentist

Summary

The Veterans Health Care Systems of the Ozarks is recruiting for a full-time Staff Dentist who is s responsible for seeing patients in consultation in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The incumbent will respond to patient telephone calls - informing patients of test/lab results - renewing medication prescriptions - giving telephone or e-mail advice to other providers - and administrative duties - as assigned. On-call responsibilities are shared among the dentists.

Duties

• Fayetteville is nestled in the heart of the Ozark Mountains - and is an outdoor paradise with hiking - golf - fishing - rafting - boating - and four distinct seasons
• Fayetteville is the home of the University of Arkansas \"Razorbacks\" which provides the community with a college atmosphere
• The area is home to several fortune 500 businesses such as Wal-Mart - Tyson Foods - and J
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• Hunt Trucking - who have been generous benefactors for the community and the arts
• In the neighboring community of Bentonville - Crystal Bridges Museum has been labeled as one the top 10 must see places in America
• Fayetteville has outstanding public schools - excellent parks and trail system and is ranked as 4th \"best college sports town\" and 8th for business and careers by Forbes Magazine
• Fayetteville is ranked as 7th best city in America to work - live and play by Kiplinger
• The cost of living is 90% of the national average with affordable housing available in all price ranges
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• Major Duties/Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: The incumbent is responsible for entering accurate - complete - timely progress notes for each episode of care in the patient's electronic record
• Responsible for the proper use - maintenance - and calibration of specialized equipment used in the assessment and care of patients
• Adheres to safety - health - and infection control standards - regulations and work practices - as well as ergonomic standards
• He/she reports any unsafe conditions to supervisory and/or appropriate officials
• Assists in orientation of new staff - and will provide patient and family education - including informed consent which is documented according to corresponding VA policies
• The incumbent will assist with educating dental resident
• Maintains supplies - equipment and clinical areas to optimize safety and efficiency
• Demonstrates knowledge and maintains standards in the use and reprocessing of Reusable Medical Equipment (RME)
• The staff dentist is expected to participate in performance improvement activities - disaster preparedness - administrative duties - and other responsibilities assigned by the Chief - Dental Service
• Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm - Monday - Friday Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized