Endodontist (Contract)

INDIAN HEALTH COUNCIL, INC; Valley Center (CA); Vor Ort; USD 319.000 - 419.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Indian Health Council, Inc. in California seeks an experienced endodontist contractor to diagnose and treat dental pulp and odontogenic infections.

You will perform complex root canal treatments, retreatments, and endodontic surgeries while collaborating with staff dentists to ensure comprehensive patient care. Requirements include graduation from an ADA-accredited endodontics program, certification, 1,000+ root canals completed, and California license.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of an ADA accredited program in endodontics.
• Completion of Certified Endodontics Program.
• 3+ years of endodontic experience.
• Minimum of 1,000 root canals completed.
• Completion of training in management and prevention of dental emergencies.
• Proficient in electronic dental record system (Epic preferred).

Aufgaben

• Examining, diagnosing, and treating the nerve and dental tissues of a patient's teeth.
• Operative restorations.
• Administering anesthetics to help patients who are resistant to numbing procedures, to include N2O conscious sedation.
• Perform endodontic therapy on adult and pediatric patients.
• Periodontics (occlusal adjustments).
• Prosthodontics (post and core).
• Performing various endodontic surgeries, such as apicoectomies.
• Clinical oversight of RDA, RDAEFs.

Ausbildung

ADA accredited program in endodontics

Certified Endodontics Program

Jobbeschreibung

Since 1970, Indian Health Council, Inc. (IHC) has provided high-quality, compassionate healthcare and support services to the nine Federally recognized American Indian tribes in north San Diego County. With more than 200 employees serving 2 clinic sites, IHC is proud of the diversity of its staff as a reflection of the community it serves. The reward of working at IHC is more than a paycheck and excellent benefits; it is the impact and contribution to the Tribal community that employees value most. If you are passionate about improving the overall health and wellness of our tribal community, IHC is looking for people like you.About Us• Patient-Centered Care: Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, Social Services• Research focused: Community Based Participatory grant-funded research programs; we are a Native American Research Center of Health (NARCH).• Accredited as an ambulatory health care center by AAAHCOur PhilosophyAt IHC, we believe in empowering our patients with knowledge to achieve their healthcare goals. We strive to treat the whole person using a multifaceted approach to include physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health and wellbeing.Reports To: Dental DirectorClassification: ContractorSchedule: Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Other weekdays pending availability.Location: Onsite, position may be assigned to work at both IHC locationsSalary: $2,000/Daily rateSUMMARY: An endodontist specializes in diagnosing and treating dental pulp and odontogenic infections. Contractor is expected to perform complex root canal procedures, retreatments, and endodontic surgeries while working collaboratively with staff dentists and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The information in this contractor description indicates the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of this contractor position.1. Examining, diagnosing, and treating the nerve and dental tissues of a patient's teeth.2. Operative restorations.3. Administering anesthetics to help patients who are resistant to numbing procedures, to include N2O conscious sedation.4. Perform endodontic therapy on adult and pediatric patients.5. Periodontics (occlusal adjustments).6. Prosthodontics (post and core).7. Performing various endodontic surgeries, such as apicoectomies.8. Clinical oversight of RDA, RDAEFs.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE· Graduate of an ADA accredited program in endodontics.· Completion of Certified Endodontics Program.· 3+ years of endodontic experience and significant knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, dentistry, oral surgery, and anesthesia.· Minimum of 1,000 root canals completed.· Completion of training in management and prevention of dental emergencies.· Proficient in electronic dental record system (Epic preferred).REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES· List those measurable or observable KSA’s and/or behaviors that are required to succeed in performing the essential functions.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, MEMBERSHIPS AND REGULATIONS· Current California Dental License (unrestricted) is required.· Current DEA license.· Board eligible, Board certified preferred.· Current CPR (BLS) certification or attain within 6 months of contract date.· Negative TB test within the last 12 months.· Must pass criminal background check in accordance with Indian Child Welfare Act requirements.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described are representative of those a contractor encounters while performing the essential functions of this role.· Indoor clinical setting.· PPE required.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a contractor to successfully perform the essential functions of this job position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.CUSTOMER RELATIONS1. Respond promptly and with caring actions to patients and employees.2. Maintain professional working relationships with all levels of staff, patients, and the public.3. Be part of a team and cooperate in accomplishing department/organizational goals and objectives.QUALITY MANAGEMENT1. Display knowledge of normal signs of human development and ability to assess and provide age-appropriate care.2. Contribute to the success of the organization by participating in quality improvement activities.SAFETY1. Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices.2. Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.3. Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment.4. Follow all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols.HIPAA/COMPLIANCE1. Maintain privacy of all patient, employee, and volunteer information. Access such information only on a need-to-know basis and for business purposes only.2. Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations.3. Report unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful behavior or activity.Indian Preference shall be given in accordance with IHC’s Policies and Procedures.