Dentist Itinerant
Apply NowCompany: U.S Government
Location: Seward, AK 99664
Description:
Summary:
Base Location: Two positions to be based in any of the following Communities: Anchorage, Chenega, Homer, Nanwalek, Port Graham, Seward, or Tatitlek, AK. The Dentist Itinerant is responsible for providing professional work in the prevention, diagnoses and treatment of disease, injuries and deformities of the oral cavity and surrounding structures of the head and neck. Responsible for performing a broad range of duties in the treatment of dental diseases requiring knowledge and experience to perform independently. This is a position that requires travel throughout our Region to Seward, Port Graham, Nanwalek, Tatitlek and Chenega.
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Job Announcement Flyer:
Dentist Itinerant JVN 06-18-2024.pdf [pdf - 160.10 KB]
Duties:
Assume quality of care for all patients at all times. Adhere to the highest standard of dental practices, ethics and professionalism. Examine individuals requesting care, diagnose their dental/oral conditions, prescribe and carries out or directs others to carry out appropriate dental/oral treatment or refer individuals for specialty consultation or treatment in conformance with Chugachmiut policies and clinical guidelines. Record patient-dentist transactions as they occur in the patient's dental record so that the dental record accurately and completely reflects the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient and the care and treatment provided. In addition, the itinerant dentist shall complete referrals and other records needed for treatment plan completion. Communicate effectively with dental staff, other health care providers, patients and families. Ensure that verbal and written instructions are clear and concise and are understood by listening and asking for feedback. Educate support staff on how to interpret and carry out verbal and written orders so that the patient's needs are met. Work in coordination with other clinic staff to effectively educate the patient on their course of treatment in order to increase the likelihood of compliance. Provide on-going feedback to health staff to improve communication and is receptive to feedback from staff. Provide patient education that consists of advising patients and family members in methods that facilitate a capacity for self-care and a movement towards a healthcare partnership between the healthcare providers, the patients, and their families. Counsel and instructs patients and family members either directly or refers to the appropriate healthcare provider. Utilize opportunities and stress preventative care and maintenance to patients and their families regarding dental hygiene, health habits, and home care. Listens for clues that the patient needs additional assistance in understanding the treatment plan or in carrying out the treatment. Educate individuals in the nature of oral health related conditions and in the general promotion of oral health. Serve on health service committees as assigned. Participate in short and long-term program planning for the dental department and the division, including development of goals and objectives. Travel to fulfill the division's needs and attends meetings as necessary to represent the organization and/or the Dental Department.
Qualifications:
D.D.S. or D.M.D. from an accredited dental school. Current Alaska licensure (or ability to obtain license within 30 days of hire). Management level supervisory experience. Current DEA certificate. Current CPR (BLS) certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
Work Type:
Intermittent, Intermittent
Announcement #:
06-24-18-001
Who May Apply?
All Groups of Qualified Individuals
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Base Location: Two positions to be based in any of the following Communities: Anchorage, Chenega, Homer, Nanwalek, Port Graham, Seward, or Tatitlek, AK. The Dentist Itinerant is responsible for providing professional work in the prevention, diagnoses and treatment of disease, injuries and deformities of the oral cavity and surrounding structures of the head and neck. Responsible for performing a broad range of duties in the treatment of dental diseases requiring knowledge and experience to perform independently. This is a position that requires travel throughout our Region to Seward, Port Graham, Nanwalek, Tatitlek and Chenega.
More info about area:
https://www.seward.com/ Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov
Job Announcement Flyer:
Dentist Itinerant JVN 06-18-2024.pdf [pdf - 160.10 KB]
Duties:
Assume quality of care for all patients at all times. Adhere to the highest standard of dental practices, ethics and professionalism. Examine individuals requesting care, diagnose their dental/oral conditions, prescribe and carries out or directs others to carry out appropriate dental/oral treatment or refer individuals for specialty consultation or treatment in conformance with Chugachmiut policies and clinical guidelines. Record patient-dentist transactions as they occur in the patient's dental record so that the dental record accurately and completely reflects the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient and the care and treatment provided. In addition, the itinerant dentist shall complete referrals and other records needed for treatment plan completion. Communicate effectively with dental staff, other health care providers, patients and families. Ensure that verbal and written instructions are clear and concise and are understood by listening and asking for feedback. Educate support staff on how to interpret and carry out verbal and written orders so that the patient's needs are met. Work in coordination with other clinic staff to effectively educate the patient on their course of treatment in order to increase the likelihood of compliance. Provide on-going feedback to health staff to improve communication and is receptive to feedback from staff. Provide patient education that consists of advising patients and family members in methods that facilitate a capacity for self-care and a movement towards a healthcare partnership between the healthcare providers, the patients, and their families. Counsel and instructs patients and family members either directly or refers to the appropriate healthcare provider. Utilize opportunities and stress preventative care and maintenance to patients and their families regarding dental hygiene, health habits, and home care. Listens for clues that the patient needs additional assistance in understanding the treatment plan or in carrying out the treatment. Educate individuals in the nature of oral health related conditions and in the general promotion of oral health. Serve on health service committees as assigned. Participate in short and long-term program planning for the dental department and the division, including development of goals and objectives. Travel to fulfill the division's needs and attends meetings as necessary to represent the organization and/or the Dental Department.
Qualifications:
D.D.S. or D.M.D. from an accredited dental school. Current Alaska licensure (or ability to obtain license within 30 days of hire). Management level supervisory experience. Current DEA certificate. Current CPR (BLS) certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
Work Type:
Intermittent, Intermittent
Announcement #:
06-24-18-001
Who May Apply?
All Groups of Qualified Individuals
Get Details & Apply:
https://www.vscyberhosting.com/Chugachmiut/ Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov