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Westside Family Healthcare is a nonprofit organization that provides high quality primary medical care without regard to ability to pay. The Dentist is a member of the clinical team and works closely with the Chief Medical Officer to integrate primary medical care with oral health services. The Dentist is responsible for primary dental services for patients of Westside Family Healthcare.
Job Responsibility:
Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments
Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, or malformations of teeth, gums, or related oral structures and provide preventive or corrective services
Advise or instruct patients and clinical staff regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, or oral health care services
Design, make, or fit prosthodontic appliances, such as space maintainers, bridges, or dentures, or write fabrication instructions or prescriptions for denturists or dental technicians
Plan, organize, or maintain dental health programs, including participating in WFH quality improvement programs and contributing to the development of the dental portion of the annual Health Care Plan
Implement dental department policies, protocols, and procedures in compliance with the most current, accepted professional standards, including those of The Joint Commission
Assist in the supervision and performance evaluation of dental staff according to established guidelines, as assigned
Provide oversight and mentoring of dental residents as requested
Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited school of dentistry with a degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine