Dentist General
Company: Denver Health
Location: Denver
Posted on: May 6, 2024
Job Description:
We are recruiting for a motivated Dentist General to join our
team!We are here for life's journey.Where is your life journey
taking you?Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects
something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us
all:Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in
health.DepartmentDH DENTAL PAV LJob SummaryDenver Health Medical
Center is recruiting for a PRN/Intermittent Dentist to join our
team at our Outpatient Medical Clinic located on the Denver Health
main campus. Under minimal supervision, diagnose, prevent, and
treat problems with teeth or mouth tissue. Remove decay, fill
cavities, examine, x-rays, place protective plastic sealants on
children's teeth, straighten teeth, and repair fractured teeth.
Perform corrective surgery on gums and supporting bones to treat
gum diseases. Extract teeth and make models and measurements for
dentures to replace missing teeth. Provide instruction on diet,
brushing, flossing, the use of fluorides, and other aspects of
dental care. Administer anesthetics and write prescriptions for
antibiotics and other medications.Essential Functions:
- Dental ServicesPerforms professional dental care which includes
restorative dentistry, exodontia, and visual examination of
patient's oral cavity, analyzing results of x-rays, other
diagnostic procedures, removal of decay teeth, extract or restore
teeth. Examine teeth, gum and related issues, using dental
instruments, x-ray and other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate
dental health, diagnose disease or abnormalities, and plan
appropriate treatments.Diagnose and treat disease, injuries, and
malformations of teeth, gums and related oral structures, and
provide preventative and corrective services. Treat exposure of
pulp by pulp capping, removal of pulp chamber, or root canal, using
dental instruments, Treats disease of teeth, gum and mouth with
appropriate medication. (30%)
- Treatment PlanFormulate plan of treatment for patient's teeth
and mouth tissues. Prepares charts and determines that most
feasible plan for treatment. Maintains charts and treatment plans
and completes required reports. (20%)
- Medication ManagementAdminister anesthetics to limit the amount
of pain experienced by patient during procedure. Write
prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications. (15%)
- Patient EducationEducates patients regarding preventative
dentistry and oral hygiene. Advise and instruct patients regarding
preventative dental care, the causes and treatment of dental
problems, and oral health care services. (10%)
- Authorizes the manufacture of dental prosthetics by dental
laboratories. (10%)
- Supervises and manages dental staff when appropriate.
(10%)
- Refers patients for appropriate health care procedures with
dental and medical health professionals. Communicates effectively
and ensures loop closure with specialty referrals. (5%)Education:
- Doctorate Degree RequiredWork Experience:
- One year of experience since completion of training Required
Completion of an AEGD or GPR residency also satisfies this one year
requirement.Licenses:
- Dentist License - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies
Required
- Basic Life Support AHA or American Red Cross RequiredKnowledge,
Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of the principles, standard practices, and techniques
of dentistry sufficient to be able to provide dental care and
information regarding preventative dentistry and oral hygiene.
- Knowledge of departmental policies, procedures, objectives,
safety, and infection control standards sufficient to be able to
maintain the expected level of efficiency.
- Skill in exercising initiative, judgement, and decision making
in solving problems and meeting organizational objectives.
- Skill in diagnosing dental problems and developing treatment
plans.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working
relationships with other employees, organizations and the
public.
- Skill in maintaining and organizing departmental records,
records, reports and files.
- Skill in adapting new information relative to the work
assignment through educational seminars, meetings, and staff
meetings.
- Performs in a tactful and professional manner.
- Computer skills required.ShiftDays (United States of
America)Work TypePRN/IntermittentSalary$164,100.00 - $208,400.00 /
yrBenefits
- Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year,
immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and
generous medical plans
- Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
- On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands,
travel, and more
- Tuition reimbursement & assistance
- Education & development opportunities including career pathways
and coaching
- Professional clinical advancement program & shared
governance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free
student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF
program
- National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health
Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employerOur Values
- Respect
- Belonging
- Accountability
- TransparencyAll job applicants for safety-sensitive positions
must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of
employment has been made.Denver Health is an integrated,
high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the
nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care
medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10
family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky
Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO
and The Denver Health Foundation.As Colorado's primary, and
essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a
mission-driven organization that has provided billions in
uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an
Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and
purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community
needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000
children a year.Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just
minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities
Denver has to offer.We strongly support diversity in the workforce
and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).Denver
Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions
reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our
commitment to diversity visit:
https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/careers/diversity-and-inclusionApplicants
will be considered until the position is filled.
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