Outreach Program Dentist

Health Partners of Western Ohio; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b Retirement with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Health Partners of Western Ohio is seeking an energetic Dentist for our School Based Dental Outreach program based in Lima, Ohio. The role involves providing primary dental care within an integrated health model and traveling to nearby communities to reach students.

The ideal candidate will have an accredited dental degree, Ohio license, CPR/BLS certification, and a commitment to patient education and public health principles.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited dental school; license to practice in Ohio.
• Completion of in-house training; CPR/BLS certification required.
• Ability to maintain clinical privileges and work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Examine and diagnose dental conditions and provide or direct treatment per protocols.
• Maintain accurate dental records and referrals as needed.
• Educate patients on oral health and disease prevention.
• Supervise dental residents or students when required.
• Participate in quality improvement programs and staff training.
• Travel to Lima, Kenton, and New Carlisle locations as needed.

Skills

Clinical dentistry

Interpersonal skills

Public health knowledge

Cultural competence

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Dental School degree

Job description

Travel between Lima, Kenton, and New Carlisle will be required

Health Partners of Western Ohio is searching for an energetic, committed, mission-driven Dentist for our School Based Dental Outreach program based out of Lima, Ohio. Our Health Centers embrace an integrated model of care that utilizes a team of clinicians to provide primary and behavioral health care.

Join Our Team!

We're looking for a dedicated Dentist who is passionate about patient care, oral health education, and making a lasting impact in the community. If you're ready for a rewarding career in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

BENEFITS:

• 403b Retirement with up to 8% match (starts at 3% and increases with time of service at HPWO)
• Employee Assistance Program

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Graduate of an accredited Dental School is required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

Successful completion of in-house training.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain appropriate clinical privileges is required.
• Unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of Ohio.
• CPR - BLS (basic life support) required.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of public health principles and practices
• Ability to work with a culturally-diverse staff and patient population
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with HPWO management and medical staff members.
• Ability to lift 20-50 pounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Examines individuals requesting care, diagnoses their dental/oral conditions, prescribes and carries out, or directs others in carrying out, appropriate dental/oral treatment, or refers individuals for specialty consultation or treatment in conformance with approved clinical protocols and guidelines.
• Records patient-dentist transactions as they occur in the patient's dental record 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. In addition, the Dentist shall complete referrals, data collections instruments, and other records or paper work as shall be required from time to time by the Health Center.
• Educates individuals on the nature of oral health related conditions and in the general promotion of oral health related disease prevention.
• Supervises dental residents and dental students, as needed.
• Actively participate in the Dental Quality Improvement Program, and other health center committees as assigned.
• Assists in the provision of continuing education, on-the-job training, and the orientation of community health center staff as requested.
• Travels when necessary to fulfill HPWO's needs, and attends meetings as necessary to represent HPWO.
• Maintains and updates skills and knowledge to appropriate professional levels with continuing education courses and educational materials.
• Adheres to the standards and policies of the Organizational Privacy/Security and Compliance Programs, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, OIG guidelines, other State and Federal laws). This also includes reporting to the Board of Directors, Compliance Officer, Privacy Officer, supervisor or suggestion box, any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts or practices.
• Participates in recruitment/retention activities for HPWO as necessary.