Primary Health Care Inc·Des Moines, Iowa
Provide comprehensive and emergency oral care to a diverse patient population within a holistic healthcare team. Responsibilities include diagnosing oral diseases, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with medical staff to enhance patient outcomes.
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Primary Health Care (PHC) was founded in 1981 by Dr. Bery Engebretsen in Des Moines, IA. Our mission has remained unchanged since that time, to provide healthcare and supportive services to all, regardless of insurance, immigration status, or ability to pay.
Based on the needs of the communities we serve, PHC offers a spectrum of medical and dental services including family practice, behavioral health, HIV care and services, and pharmacy. PHC’s Homeless Support Services is the entry point for serving people experiencing homelessness in Polk County. Enabling services are available to help patients with benefits enrollment, case management, transportation, translation, and patient education. We currently have locations in Ames, Des Moines, & Marshalltown.
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As a Dentist, you will work with a Patient Care Team and provide comprehensive and emergency oral care to patients of Primary Health Care, Inc. to enhance the holistic approach to patient care.
The dentist works cooperatively with the physicians and other health care team members, providing leaderships within the health center in the are of oral health.
Meets ever changing oral care challenges while engaging patients in holistic care.
Utilizes established workflows to ensure patient and staff satisfaction and organizational financial success.
Demonstrates iCare values in daily work.
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Assesses patients presenting to the dental clinics and orders necessary procedures for the diagnosis of oral-related diseases considering the patient’s age-related, physical, psychosocial and cultural needs.
Plans and sequences oral/dental treatment based on the diagnosis and needs.
Develops treatment modalities to enable patients with compromising factors & needs to receive oral care.
Delivers comprehensive and emergency oral care in the dental clinics and the operating room.
Completes dental x-rays pursuant to all regulations.
2. Educates the patient and family regarding the oral diagnosis, treatment plan, pre and postoperative instructions and prevention of disease that is understandable to the patient and family.
3. Adheres to organizational policies and procedures to minimize risk of radiation exposure to employees and patients.
4. Advises medical staff on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with oral-related conditions via written consultations, face-to-face interaction and participation in medical staff activities.
5. Provides after-hours call coverage and follow-up care for patients.
6. Assists the Dental Director in the development of clinical protocols for the department. Assists the Dental Director in the training and supervision of students participating in the dental clinic educational programs. Supports and assists with the department’s community outreach program, as requested.
7. Acts as a leader and role model for members of the Patient Care Team. Participates in department and medical staff meetings. Participates in the department and health center performance improvement activities.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required qualifications and skills
DDS/DMD degree from an approved dental school.
Experience with and working knowledge of third-party payers and associated regulations.
Eligible for hospital privileges.
Basic computer skills with proficiency using Microsoft Office applications with willingness and ability to learn and computer applications.
Strong organization and time management skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively and serve a diverse population.
Teamwork and collaboration skills.
Strong problem-solving, analytic and critical thinking skills.
Adaptive and resilient with ability to handle stress effectively.
License and Certifications: Current license to practice dentistry in the state of Iowa. Current registration with the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners (CSA). *Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers Certification recognized by the American Heart Association. *Current Mandatory Reporter Training: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse recognized by the Iowa Department of Public Health.
Must be obtained with Introductory Period (first 90 days of employment) if not current.
Visit https://phciowa.org/careers [https://phciowa.org/careers] for a summary of PHC’s benefits.
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Requires a DDS/DMD degree and a current license to practice dentistry in Iowa, along with DEA and CSA registrations. Candidates must hold BLS certification and have experience with third-party payer regulations.
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