Associate Dentist 7265

Meridian Health Services; Marion (IN); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit Based Compensation Plan

401k with company contribution

Voluntary benefits

Generous PTO plan

Wellness plan

Paid Holidays

Life balance oriented organization

NHSC Designated Location for Loan Repm

Job summary

Meridian Health Services in Marion, Indiana, is seeking a PRN Associate Dentist to join our health center team. This role supports multiple Indiana locations including Marion, Portland, and Elwood as needed, providing high-quality dental care to underserved communities.

The ideal candidate holds a DDS or DMD from an accredited school, possesses an Indiana State License, and has CSR and DEA certificates. Experience in rural or community health settings is preferred, with a commitment to HIPAA and

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
• Indiana State License to Practice Dentistry required.
• CSR and DEA certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain complete dental history and physical data on patients.
• Perform a complete dental exam and record findings.
• Manage acute and long-term dental needs of patients.
• Adhere to HIPAA rules and patient confidentiality.
• Maintain patient records, charts and related information.
• Order laboratory and diagnostic procedures and evaluate results.
• Develop preliminary diagnoses and therapeutic plans.
• Administer medications and injections per licensing.
• Educate patients on oral health and treatment instructions.

Skills

Rural dentistry

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Education

DDS or DMD

Indiana license to practice dentistry

CDR/DEA certificate

Job description

Career Opportunities with Meridian Services Corporation

A great place to work.

Our Mission at Meridian Health Services is to close the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcareby expanding locations and services so that all people in underserved communities can get quality treatment. You can be a part of our vision to be a leader in the integration of physical, mental and social health to make a real difference in the lives of others!

Meridian Health Services is currently seeking a PRN Associate Dentist for our health center located in Marion, Indiana. This position might also cover our Portland and Elwood, Indiana locations as necessary. This is a great opportunity to make an impact in the lives of others.

• Obtains complete dental history and physical data on patients.
• Performs a complete dental exam and assessment and records findings
• Makes independent judgments in managing acute and long-term dental needs of patients.
• Adheres to all HIPAA rules and statutes.
• Maintains business & patient confidentiality.
• Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information.
• Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures. Evaluates tests and examination results.
• Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention and/or treatment.
• Per licensing guidelines, administers medications and injections.
• Interviews and advises patients regarding dental maintenance and oral health.
• Refers patients as appropriate.
• Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Provides monitoring and continuity of care between clinic visits as required.
• Remains current in advanced practice changes within area, and where relevant, translates these findings into clinical practice.
• Maintains CPR certification and re-licensure requirements.
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures concerning corporate compliance including privacy of protected health information.
• Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Provides telephone consultation, follow-up phone calls and triage patient telephone calls.
• Performs related work as required and other duties as assigned by Dental Director (CDO).

We are seeking Associate Dentist candidates with the following qualities:

Education: Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) from an accredited Dental School.

Experience: Experience in Rural Dentistry or in a Community Health center setting preferred.

Certificate/License: Possession of an Indiana State License to Practice Dentistry, CSR and DEA certificate.

Why YOU should choose Meridian:

• Merit Based Compensation Plan
• 401k with company contribution
• Voluntary benefits, including critical illness, short term disability, etc.
• Generous PTO plan
• Wellness plan
• Paid Holidays
• Life balance oriented organization
• NHSC Designated Location for Loan Repayment

Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.