Per Diem Dentist
About The Position
Marin Community Clinics, founded in 1972, is today, a multi-clinic network with a wide array of integrated primary care, dental, behavioral, specialty and referral services. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide vital health services to almost 40,000 individuals annually in Marin County. The Clinics regularly receive national awards from the Health Resources and Services Administrations (HRSA). Our Mission is to promote health and wellness through excellent, compassionate care for all. Dentist handles all aspects of general dentistry. Diagnoses and treats patients consistent with her/his training and expertise. Responsibilities Providing preventative dental care and clinical dental services in a community health center setting. Uses EPIC, digital Dexis X-ray and NextGen Electronic Health Records System. Delivers high quality care to patients. Manages and directs staff assignments and activities in accordance with Marin Community Clinics, Dental Compliance Policies and Procedures, Dental Manual, and applicable California Laws. Flexibility is a must. Dentist may have to perform hygiene duties independently on an as needed basis. Expected to treat other patients that are on the clinic’s schedule in addition to treating assigned patients.
Requirements
- Graduate of an ADA-accredited dental school.
- Possession of a valid DDS or DMD license to practice dentistry in the State of California.
- Active California Dental License in good standing.
- Current BLS certification.
- Active DEA registration.
- One to two years of experience in general dentistry.
- Must possess good interpersonal skills to maintain and establish good relationships with dental team and patients.
- Excellent communication skills.
- May be required to occasionally lift at least 20 – 25lbs.
- Prolonged standing, walking and working on a computer.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a GPR or AEGD program is preferred.
- Prior experience in a community health or public health dental setting is highly desirable.
- Experience providing dental care to pediatric patients is preferred.
- Experience in oral surgery and endodontics is a plus.
- Previous experience working in a bi-cultural or multicultural dental clinic environment is preferred.
- Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems is a plus.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.
- Flexible to work evenings and weekends as necessary in either San Rafael and/or Novato clinics.
Responsibilities
- Providing preventative dental care and clinical dental services in a community health center setting.
- Uses EPIC, digital Dexis X-ray and NextGen Electronic Health Records System.
- Delivers high quality care to patients.
- Manages and directs staff assignments and activities in accordance with Marin Community Clinics, Dental Compliance Policies and Procedures, Dental Manual, and applicable California Laws.
- Flexibility is a must. Dentist may have to perform hygiene duties independently on an as needed basis.
- Expected to treat other patients that are on the clinic’s schedule in addition to treating assigned patients.
Benefits
- Our benefits program is designed to protect your health, family and way of life.
- We offer a competitive Benefits Program that includes affordable health insurance and Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA), Dental and Vision Insurance, Educational and Continuing Education Benefits, Student Loan Repayment and Loan Forgiveness, Retirement Plan, Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Short term and Long Term Disability benefits, Professional Fee Reimbursement, Mileage and Cell Phone Reimbursement, Scrubs Reimbursement, Loupes Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, Paid Holidays, Personal Days of Celebration, Paid time off, and Extended Illness Benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
