San Ysidro Health
Dentist, Pediatric Attending - Per Diem (Chula Vista/El Cajon)
San Ysidro Health, El Cajon, California, United States, 92021
Dentist, Pediatric Attending - Per Diem (Chula Vista/El Cajon)
Position Summary:
Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums, and related oral structures for children and teenagers. Examines patients to determine the nature of condition utilizing dental radiographs, dental instruments, and other diagnostic procedures. Directly supervises care performed by the pediatric dental residents; carries out its objectives in the provision of health care, education and outreach while participating in the community health program.Essential Functions of the Job:Cleans, restores, extracts, and replaces teeth, using rotary and hand instruments, dental appliances, medications, and surgical equipment.Treats soft hard tissues diseases of the oral cavity; performs surgery on oral tissues when necessary; renders prosthetic treatment when approved and indicated; designs and places orthodontic devices to correct minor malocclusion of teeth and renders all dental services to restore the oral health of the patient.Provides treatment in a clinical setting using behavior management techniques.Provides treatment in a clinical setting using oral conscious sedation (if provider holds an OCS permit).Provides preventive dental services to patients, such as applications of fluoride and sealants to teeth, and provides education in oral health and dental hygiene.Must have up-to-date knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of dental care.Must have up-to-date knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients/parents in correct usage.Reviews patient's health history and be fully aware of unusual/severely medical complex health conditions, diagnoses and treatment to follow to be entered into patient’s charts.Works closely with medical colleagues to form treatment plans/modalities for our medically complex patients.Consults with patients and advises them of their dental status, prescribes the treatment required, provides risks and alternatives and documents according to department, company, state, and federal agency guidelines. Also responsible for including the patient's financial responsibilities.Instructs and supervises and signs the charts of up to six or more pediatric dental residents a day (upwards of 30-40 patients per day).Participates in quality improvement activities.Participates in health centers and professional activities which define the delivery of dental health care services.Ensures that high quality care within the Dental Department is delivered in a caring patient centered manner within maximum efficiency.Able to work both independently and in a team environment.Able to handle multiple tasks and priorities.Job Requirements:Experience Required:Preferred 2 years practicing as a Pediatric Dentist.Preferred 2 years supervising staff and Dental Providers.Education Required:D.D.S. or D.M.D. Graduate from an accredited school of dentistry.Completion of Dental Pediatric Residency from an accredited program.Public Health Education preferred.Certifications and Licenses Required:Licensed to practice dentistry in the State of California, current DEA License, BSL, and PALS.Preferred CA Oral Conscious Sedation Permit.Current/Valid California Driver's License with a California recognized required coverage automobile insurance policy.Verbal and Written Skills Required to Perform the Job:Good oral and written communication.Good communications skills with the public and employees.Patience and understanding toward others.Technical Knowledge and Skills Required to Perform the Job:Computer skills involving word processing, email, and dental management programs such as EPIC are preferable.Equipment Used:Dental operatory, laboratory, sterilization, and operating room equipment.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:Mostly walking, standing, and sitting position while bending to treat patient. Occasional travel may be required.Working conditions may be required to work evenings and/or Saturdays and attend meetings outside regular working hours.Will on occasion work at schools or WIC sites.Will work with blood and blood-borne pathogens and will require OSHA training on a yearly basis.Universal Requirements:Pre-employment requirements include I-9, physical, positive background and reference check results, complete application, new hire orientation, pre-employment PPDs. Compliance with all mandated vaccinations and all boosters is a term and condition of employment.About Us San Ysidro Health is a Federally Qualified Health Care organization committed to providing high quality, compassionate, accessible and affordable healthcare services for the entire family. The organization was founded by seven women in search of medical services for their families and community. Almost 50 years later, San Ysidro Health now provides innovative care to over 108,000 patients through a vast and integrated network of 47 program sites across the county. San Ysidro Health could not serve our patients without the dedication of our passionate and hardworking employees. Apply today and become a part of our mission-driven team! San Ysidro Health has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all applicants for employment. Employment decisions including, but not limited to, those such as employee selection, performance evaluation, administration of benefits, working conditions, employee programs, transfers, position changes, training, disciplinary action, compensation, and separations are made without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming), creed, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, domestic partnership status, ancestry, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, civil union status, family status, age, mental or physical disability (including AIDS or HIV-related status), atypical heredity cellular or blood trait of an individual, genetic information or refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available the results of a genetic test, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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Position Summary:
Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums, and related oral structures for children and teenagers. Examines patients to determine the nature of condition utilizing dental radiographs, dental instruments, and other diagnostic procedures. Directly supervises care performed by the pediatric dental residents; carries out its objectives in the provision of health care, education and outreach while participating in the community health program.Essential Functions of the Job:Cleans, restores, extracts, and replaces teeth, using rotary and hand instruments, dental appliances, medications, and surgical equipment.Treats soft hard tissues diseases of the oral cavity; performs surgery on oral tissues when necessary; renders prosthetic treatment when approved and indicated; designs and places orthodontic devices to correct minor malocclusion of teeth and renders all dental services to restore the oral health of the patient.Provides treatment in a clinical setting using behavior management techniques.Provides treatment in a clinical setting using oral conscious sedation (if provider holds an OCS permit).Provides preventive dental services to patients, such as applications of fluoride and sealants to teeth, and provides education in oral health and dental hygiene.Must have up-to-date knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of dental care.Must have up-to-date knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients/parents in correct usage.Reviews patient's health history and be fully aware of unusual/severely medical complex health conditions, diagnoses and treatment to follow to be entered into patient’s charts.Works closely with medical colleagues to form treatment plans/modalities for our medically complex patients.Consults with patients and advises them of their dental status, prescribes the treatment required, provides risks and alternatives and documents according to department, company, state, and federal agency guidelines. Also responsible for including the patient's financial responsibilities.Instructs and supervises and signs the charts of up to six or more pediatric dental residents a day (upwards of 30-40 patients per day).Participates in quality improvement activities.Participates in health centers and professional activities which define the delivery of dental health care services.Ensures that high quality care within the Dental Department is delivered in a caring patient centered manner within maximum efficiency.Able to work both independently and in a team environment.Able to handle multiple tasks and priorities.Job Requirements:Experience Required:Preferred 2 years practicing as a Pediatric Dentist.Preferred 2 years supervising staff and Dental Providers.Education Required:D.D.S. or D.M.D. Graduate from an accredited school of dentistry.Completion of Dental Pediatric Residency from an accredited program.Public Health Education preferred.Certifications and Licenses Required:Licensed to practice dentistry in the State of California, current DEA License, BSL, and PALS.Preferred CA Oral Conscious Sedation Permit.Current/Valid California Driver's License with a California recognized required coverage automobile insurance policy.Verbal and Written Skills Required to Perform the Job:Good oral and written communication.Good communications skills with the public and employees.Patience and understanding toward others.Technical Knowledge and Skills Required to Perform the Job:Computer skills involving word processing, email, and dental management programs such as EPIC are preferable.Equipment Used:Dental operatory, laboratory, sterilization, and operating room equipment.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:Mostly walking, standing, and sitting position while bending to treat patient. Occasional travel may be required.Working conditions may be required to work evenings and/or Saturdays and attend meetings outside regular working hours.Will on occasion work at schools or WIC sites.Will work with blood and blood-borne pathogens and will require OSHA training on a yearly basis.Universal Requirements:Pre-employment requirements include I-9, physical, positive background and reference check results, complete application, new hire orientation, pre-employment PPDs. Compliance with all mandated vaccinations and all boosters is a term and condition of employment.About Us San Ysidro Health is a Federally Qualified Health Care organization committed to providing high quality, compassionate, accessible and affordable healthcare services for the entire family. The organization was founded by seven women in search of medical services for their families and community. Almost 50 years later, San Ysidro Health now provides innovative care to over 108,000 patients through a vast and integrated network of 47 program sites across the county. San Ysidro Health could not serve our patients without the dedication of our passionate and hardworking employees. Apply today and become a part of our mission-driven team! San Ysidro Health has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all applicants for employment. Employment decisions including, but not limited to, those such as employee selection, performance evaluation, administration of benefits, working conditions, employee programs, transfers, position changes, training, disciplinary action, compensation, and separations are made without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming), creed, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, domestic partnership status, ancestry, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, civil union status, family status, age, mental or physical disability (including AIDS or HIV-related status), atypical heredity cellular or blood trait of an individual, genetic information or refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available the results of a genetic test, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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