Description
The Clinic Dentist is responsible to treat clinic patients within the dental program under
the Administrative Jurisdiction of the Karuk Tribe. The Dentist demonstrates the ability to
appropriately diagnose and treat program patients of all ages to achieve the best results
possible, within an estimated treatment time, with maximum concern for patient comfort
and deliver quality care. Dentist is required to appropriately document: findings,
diagnosis, patient’s medication conditions, allergies, patient’s general oral health and
treatment rendered using the electronic patient records system. Assists with the
development and coordination of all dental policies and procedures, conducts training as
required. Responsible in monitoring assigned dental continuous quality improvement
activities, and serves as a member of the Accreditation Continuous Quality Improvement
Committee (ACQI). Offers professional advice to the Dental Director as appropriate.
Attends Council Health Board Meetings and provides reports as requested. Provides
primary dental care, dental supervision, coordinate training activities and institute
preventative dental care programs.
Requirements
- Must have a DDS or DMD from an accredited school of dentistry.
- Must be licensed to practice dentistry in the State of California or within 6 months of hire.
- Must possess or obtain current U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration.
- Must apply to the Tribe’s Medical Staff and receive clinical privileges from the Karuk Tribal Health Board.
- Must maintain College Educational Units (CEUs) as required for license renewal.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license, maintain a good driving record, and be insurable by the Tribe’s insurance carrier.
- Must certify and remain current in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic First Aid.
- Must strictly adhere to confidentiality and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) policies.
- Must provide documentation of immunity to measles and rubella and/or become immunized with the recommended vaccines, including Hepatitis B, and test annually for Tuberculosis (TB).
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test and be willing to submit to a criminal background check.
