POSITION TITLE:                Staff Dentist

SALARY:                           Competitive, DOE, with Loan Repayment Assistance Possible; Generous Benefits Package  

STATUS/HOURS:                 Variable, per agreement

REPORTS TO:                     Dental Director

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Our Dentists are leaders who provide high quality, culturally appropriate dental care for our patients.

ABOUT WALLACE MEDICAL CONCERN

Wallace mission statement: “We provide an open door to exceptional health services and connections that support individuals and their families in healthy living.”

Wallace is a Federally Qualified Health Center that is making a visible difference in improving the health outcomes of our community. As a rapidly growing patient-centered primary care home, we’re committed to offering high quality programs based on the most promising and progressive best practices. We’re deeply rooted in our dynamic, vibrant, multi-cultural--and underserved--community. We believe that health care extends beyond the exam room, and focus on serving the whole person with support and resources that engage them fully in creating good health.

JOIN THE WALLACE TEAM

Wallace staff is our greatest asset in providing essential, high-quality health services to the greater Portland area.  And as the community we support grows, our team grows with it.  We offer an exceptional workplace the values individual contributions, cultural diversity, and ongoing learning. 

When you join our team, you will…

…Bring good health to overlooked and underserved individuals and families in our community

…Collaborate with dedicated staff and volunteers an open, cooperative and respectful environment

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides hands-on dental care in a variety of settings while achieving the highest levels of appropriateness, quality, efficiency, accessibility, and responsiveness.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Maintains a full appointment schedule  
• Provides a full range of general dental services within the dentist’s defined scope of training, using state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment techniques
• Meets patient needs as they arise, referring patients to specialists or other external services, as appropriate
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications and treatment regimens, as appropriate
• Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of dental technical and support staff, as required
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives and safety, environmental and/or infection control standards
• Supervises and acts as a preceptor for dental students
• Maintains necessary credentialing, licensure and continuing education requirements

Leadership

• Acts as a role model and organizational champion, positively contributing to the mission and vision of the organization
• Focuses operational activities to support the mission, goals, objectives, and strategic plan of the organization
• Understanding of the position and role of an FQHC in the healthcare environment
• Maintains strong organizational skills, including attention to detail and effective use of time
• Astutely analyzes and solves problems using critical thinking and demonstrates the ability to build consensus.
• Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills, including mediation, facilitation, and the ability to explain complex concepts and instructions to a variety of audiences
• Demonstrates customer relations skills while working with diverse groups in a stressful environment

Wallace Team Member

• Nurture health working relationships with staff, volunteers and patients
• Maintain strict patient, staff and organizational confidentiality
• Work as a member of the clinic team
• Demonstrate a deep concern for the health and well-being of others
• Comply with clinic and State licensing guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES·         

• At least one year of experience in practice or residency program
• Experience in a dental practice serving diverse populations, preferably including caring for patients with multiple barriers such as poverty, language, mental illness or unstable housing is a plus 
• Familiarity with a community-based dental environment; FQHC experience highly desired
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of modern dentistry and oral surgery, dental terminology and dental science
• Thorough understanding of theories, methods and procedures for the prevention of dental diseases and required corrective treatment
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of dental evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment
• Ability to observe, assess and record patients’ symptoms, reactions and progress
• Ability to develop and implement individualized dental care plans for patients
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aides and ability to prescribe, dosage, and instruct patients in correct usage
• Knowledge of ethical and legal standards for the delivery of oral health care
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements
• Ability to maintain quality, safety and infection control standards
• Ability to supervise and train employees and dental students, to include organizing, prioritizing and scheduling work assignments
• Strong computer skills in a Windows-based environment, and with electronic health records and practice management systems; experience with EPIC preferred

BEHAVIORAL QUALITIES

• Willing to provide care to a diverse age range from children to the elderly
• Displays respect, kindness and compassion towards all Wallace patients, staff, volunteers and community partners, including continually striving to create a culturally-competent workplace
• Maintains patient confidentiality
• Able to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment
• Able to offer and receive guidance and supervision in a constructive and appropriate manner
• Places a high value on personal and departmental performance excellence and meeting financial and productivity goals for the dental program
• Responds professionally to high-pressure situations, time limits and change
• Enthusiasm for teaching emerging dental professionals, integrated care settings, and community health

EDUCATION/LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in general dentistry
• Current licensure in the state of Oregon
• Valid DEA license to prescribe narcotics
• Current CPR/AED certification

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Duties are performed primarily in an office and clinic environment. Some evening or weekend hours are required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Requires ability to sit, stand, lift, carry, walk, read fine print, and communicate in person, in writing, by telephone and electronically.
• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling average-weight objects up to 15-20 pounds, assisting with patients and standing and/or walking for most the day.
• Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
• Will work with blood or blood-borne pathogens and will require OSHA training.

TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter indicating why you are an excellent candidate for this position along with a resume.  This position is looking to be filled in April.

We value diversity and encourage applications from people of color, individuals from low-income backgrounds, and other populations served by the Wallace Medical Concern.