Dentist Float-Sunday Availability

CHAS Health; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 179,000 - 288,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate dentist to enhance community health through quality dental care. This role involves performing a variety of dental services, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare providers. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to serving under-served populations and ensuring a safe, respectful environment. With a competitive salary range and an impressive benefits package, including relocation bonuses and generous paid time off, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients. If you are enthusiastic about dental health and community service, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Relocation Bonuses Available

Annual Milestone Bonuses

Outstanding medical and dental benefits

Sabbatical leave

CME opportunities

Retirement plans with employer match

Generous paid time off

Student Loan Repayment Programs

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of ADA accredited dental program and valid dentist license required.
• BLS certification and effective communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform restorative, surgical, and preventative dental services.
• Diagnose dental diseases and develop treatment plans for patients.
• Participate in clinic quality improvement initiatives as needed.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication

Computer skills

BLS (CPR/AED) certification

Credentialing through identified agencies

Education

Completion of ADA accredited dental program

Valid dentist license in Washington or Idaho

Previous experience with under-served populations

Job description

Top-Tier Perks Just for You!
Base Salary Range: $179,400 - $287,884 USD annually.
Salary is determined based on applicable experience and education. External offers typically do not exceed the mid-point of the pay range.

Competitive compensation package includes:

• Relocation Bonuses Available
• Annual Milestone Bonuses
• Outstanding benefits including medical, dental, sabbatical leave, CME, retirement, and malpractice insurance
• Retirement Plans – CHAS Health matches the employee’s contribution, up to 6% of gross wages
• Generous 6 weeks of paid time off to support work/life balance
• Student Loan Repayment Programs: National Health Service Corps (NHSC), Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC), Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and CHAS Health Loan Repayment Program
• Career growth opportunities and much more!

*above benefits dependent upon eligibility criteria. Click here for more detail about the benefits package!

Don’t meet every single requirement? At CHAS Health we are dedicated to building a workplace where all employees feel respected and a sense of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Purpose of Job:

Improve the overall health of the communities we serve by providing dental care to patients as follows:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs restorative, surgical and various preventative and restorative services.
• Understands and follows infection control procedures.
• Reviews medical histories at each visit.
• Consults with patient’s health care provider or other clinic provider as needed.
• Diagnoses dental disease, oral pathology, and develop a written treatment plan and prioritize treatments.
• Explains the course of treatment with patient, and solicit his/her input and agreement.
• Balances treatment plan on patient needs and desires in conjunction with patient and clinic resources.
• Ensures all prescriptions and advice regarding medications is in accordance with accepted community standards and CHAS Health protocols.
• Recommends dental equipment changes and additions.
• Participates in the development and implementation of provider productivity standards.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service training.
• Represents CHAS Health at conferences, meetings, and continuing education programs.
• Participates in precepting dental assisting students, dental hygiene students, and dental students as requested.
• Participates in clinic quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties assigned, including supporting the CHAS Health Mission and Core Values.

Qualifications:

Experience/Education: Completion of ADA accredited dental program required. Valid dentist license in the state of Washington or Idaho required upon hire. Previous experience working with under-served populations desired. Certification through The Drug Enforcement Agency required. Commitment to supporting a safe and respectful environment is required.

Skills: Must be able to secure credentialing through identified agencies (Medicaid, etc.). Effective oral and written communication skills required. Computer skills required. BLS (CPR/AED) certification required. Valid drivers' license and insurance required.

Physical Demands:

Dentists are required to stand under one-third of the day; while sitting and being mobile are required one-third to two-thirds of the time. They are required to use hands to finger, handle or feel over two-thirds of the time, as well as reach with hands and arms. Climbing, balancing, kneeling or crouching occurs less than one-third of the time. Communicating by talking / hearing occurs over two-thirds of the day. Smelling occurs between one-third and two-thirds of the day. Excellent vision (with or without correction) and hand-eye coordination required. Amount of time spent lifting or exerting force is about 30% for up to 10 pounds. Rarely is there a need to lift more than 11 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Preferred Behaviors:

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Preferred Motivations:

• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization