Dentist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive total rewards package

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Staff Dentist for the Fargo VA Health Care System. The role involves providing comprehensive dental care, including restorative and oral surgeries, while adhering to safety and infection control standards.

As a key member of the Dental Service team, you will consult with patients, maintain accurate electronic records, and participate in performance improvement initiatives. A Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) is required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
• Knowledgeable in the use of oral surgery procedures and restorative techniques.
• Ability to utilize electronic health record systems effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental care including restorative and minor oral surgery.
• See patients for consultation in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in electronic records.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and training.

Skills

Restorative dentistry

Oral surgery procedures

Patient consultation

Electronic record management

Infection control standards

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD)

Tools

Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS)

Dental Record Manager Plus (DRM+)

Job description

Summary

This position is located in the Fargo VA Health Care System in Fargo - North Dakota. This is an open continuous vacancy and candidates will be referred until filled.

Duties

• This position is located in the Dental Service which is aligned under the Surgical/Specialty Care Service Line
• RESPONSIBILITIES: Staff dentist is to provide restorative - endodontic - periodontal removable and fixed prosthodontic - including implant restorative - and minor oral surgery procedures
• The staff dentist is responsible for seeing patients in consultation in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Other duties include responding to patient telephone calls - informing patient of test/lab results - renewing medication prescriptions - giving telephone or e-mail advice to other providers - attending mandatory and suggested hospital meetings - training for and performing compensation and pension examination - and administrative duties as assigned
• On-call responsibilities are shared among the dentists
• The incumbent is responsible for entering accurate - complete - timely progress notes for each episode of care in the patient's electronic record
• This is accomplished by utilizing the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) and Dental Record Manager Plus (DRM+)
• The incumbent is responsible for the proper use - maintenance - and calibration of specialized equipment used in the assessment and care of patients
• The incumbent adheres to safety - health - and infection control standards - regulations - and works practices - as well as ergonomic standards
• He/she reports any unsafe conditions to supervisory and/or appropriate officials
• The incumbent will assist in orientation of new staff - and will provide patient and family education - including informed consent utilizing iMed Consent
• The incumbent may assist with educating affiliated dental assistant and hygiene students
• The incumbent maintains supplies - equipment and clinical areas to optimize safety and efficiency
• The incumbent provides assessment - including on-unit assessment of CLC (Community Living Center) patients
• - Assesses patient to determine if additional treatment in dental clinic is necessary - Records dental assessment in the computerized patient record system (CPRS) to meet service line agreement requirements for CLC patients
• The incumbent 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 - attending mandatory and suggested hospital meetings - and other responsibilities assigned by the Chief - Dental Service
• STANDARD OF CARE: The staff dentist is to practice in accordance with VA guidelines
• Fargo Health Care System policies/procedures
• medical staff bylaws - rules and regulations
• and in accordance with current Joint Commission standards
• PRACTICE: The incumbent considers age of the patient when performing health care as it relates to functional capacity/limitations - ability to understand and follow directions - provide objective self assessment of past medical/dental condition and treatment appropriate to the overall treatment goals and plans
• The incumbent possesses knowledge of growth and development - can assess and interpret age-related data - and is able to communicate based on age related issues
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• Work Schedule: 7:30am - 4:00pm.