Dentist

River Valley Family Health Center; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 165,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

AFLAC Supplemental Insurance

401(k) Matching after 90-days

Wellness Programs

Generous PTO

Job summary

River Valley Family Health Centers in Montrose (CO) is seeking a Dentist to join our clinic network in Montrose and Delta. This full-time, salaried position provides high-quality dental care in a community health setting and supervises dental assistants and hygienists in the absence of the dental director.

The successful candidate will diagnose, treat, and document dental care per approved protocols, travel between clinics as needed, and contribute to patient-centered, accessible care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited dental school.
• Unrestricted license to practice dentistry in Colorado; DPS and DEA registration.
• Knowledge of public health principles preferred.
• Ability to travel between clinics as needed.
• Ability to use a computer for timekeeping and EMR tasks.
• Bilingual candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients, diagnose dental conditions, and plan treatments per approved protocols.
• Document all patient-dentist transactions in dental records accurately.
• Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues using dental instruments and x‑rays to evaluate health and plan treatment.
• Travel between clinics as needed and collaborate with team members.

Skills

Teamwork

Bedside manner

Confidentiality

Bilingual preference

Education

Dental school degree

Colorado dental license

DEA registration

Job description

About this position

River Valley Family Health Centers is looking for a Dentist to join our clinic in Montrose and Delta, CO.The Dentist provides consistent high-quality care to patients and evaluates the needs of patients at River Valley Family Health Center (RVFHC). This position is responsible for providing clinical dental services and preventive dental care in a community health center setting. The staff dentist supervises the dental assistants and dental hygienists of the community health center in the absence of the dental director.

The Dentist position is a full-time, salaried exempt position; 40 hours per week. We are a growing, exciting place to work, serving our community in a variety of ways. Come join our integrated team that is passionate about community health!

The Mission of River Valley Family Health Centers is to provide high quality healthcare in an integrated and culturally respectful manner to our community. We offer affordable and easy access to quality care for all, while being an employer of choice. We value patient-centered, quality care, accountability, integrity, and overcoming barriers to care. We are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, ethnicity, military obligations, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, or any other status protected by state or local law.

A day in the life of a Dentist includes:

• Examining individuals requesting care, diagnosing their dental/oral conditions, prescribing and carrying out, or directing others in carrying out, appropriate dental/oral treatment, or referring individuals for specialty consultation or treatment in conformance with approved clinical protocols and guidelines.
• Appropriately recording and documenting all patient-dentist transactions in the patient’s dental records as they occur so that the dental record accurately and completely reflects the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient, and the care or treatment provided.
• Examining teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment, evaluating dental health, diagnosing diseases or abnormalities, and planning appropriate treatments.
• And more!

Compensation and Benefits

• $165,212.00 - $178,830.00 per year, depending on experience and certifications
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
• 401(k) Matching with participation after 90-days
• Employee Assistant and Wellness Programs
• Generous PTO accruing and available from the first day of employment
• Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited dental school.
• Unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of Colorado, DPS, and DEA registration.
• Knowledge of public health principles and practices preferred.
• Ability to travel between clinics as needed.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with team members, patients, families, and others.
• Ability to utilize a computer for time keeping, documenting electronic medical records, and to complete follow-up tasks.
• A caring, kind, and professional bedside manner.
• Ability to be a team player and to support and assist team members as needed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Bilingual candidates are preferred but not required.

This position requires long periods of standing and walking, sitting at a computer, the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 35 pounds, etc. Employees are exposed to blood, body fluids, and other occupational hazards, and are required to complete mandatory vaccines, such as Tdap, Hep A, Hep B, MMR, Varicella, and the yearly flu vaccine.