General Dentist

The Chickasaw Nation Department of Health (CNDH) general dentists perform general dental procedures and services independently daily but have unwavering support from dental and medical multi-disciplinary team members as needed.

CNDH dentists also have access to a comprehensive referral system to support the various and unique care needs of each patient. A patient’s age may range from very young to elderly making the body of work greatly rewarding and gratifying.

CNDH dentists work in a professional environment with professional industry standards and policies in place to protect all dental professionals and patients.

Career advancement, trainings and committee assignments are available and supported for individuals seeking career learning and growth opportunities.

Description

We are currently looking for a Full Time General Dentist to join our Division of Ancillary and Specialty Services team located at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center.

Summary

Performs dental services within the scope consistent with established professional standards and health system policies.

Responsibilities

• Provides first class customer service - courteous and helpful to all internal and external customer types
  • Greets and engages with a smile
  • Determines and meets needs
  • Seeks positive experience and outcomes
  • Answers questions in a courteous and professional manner
  • Partners with internal and external services as needed to ensure appropriate referral is made
• Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities
• Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types
  • Shares responsibilities for maintaining adequate supplies and equipment
  • Maintains general upkeep of work area and maintains a safe environment
  • Observes and addresses potential environmental hazards and risks
  • Maintains and promotes professionalism
  • Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics
  • Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards
  • May provide break coverage for others as assigned
  • May augment staff in other areas as needed based on staffing and needs ratio in regularly assigned unit
• Maintain knowledge of and follow all laws, rules, regulations, policies and SOPs for assigned area, e.g. MICS, TICS, hospital standards, health codes, food sanitation, accounting principles, etc.
• Participates in performance improvement activities to measure, assess and improve the quality of assigned work area
• Maintains an effective working relationship with all Chickasaw Nation staff, departments, and exterior customers
• Facilitates consults, referrals, and form completion as requested and approved by the medical staff
• Develops and maintains care planning for patients and reviews the care plan for assigned patients
• Provide preventative diagnostic and therapeutic care and services for patients of all ages
• Flexibility in cross-training and providing coverage for clinic to clinic
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications

• Able to follow instructions, both written and oral
• Adhere to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements
• Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability
• Able to read, understand and apply regulations and policies
• Requirements for knowledge of blood born pathogens
• Understand and be sensitive to First American culture
• Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management 

•  1 year directly related experience (preferred)

• Doctorate of Dentistry

Credentials:

• Pass general background check

Working Conditions:

• Power tools
• Potential exposure to contagious diseases
• Eye wear, face shield, gloves and mask usage
• Frequently bend, kneel, stoop, push, reach
• Operate power tools
• Operate surgical tools
• Sitting up to 75% of shift
• Standing up to 50% of shift