Dentist

NHSC-approved site (clinicians here can apply for NHSC Loan Repayment) · dental HPSA score 25 · Federally Qualified Health Center

JOB SUMMARY

To provide basic primary dental care to the patients of Union Community Care (UCC).

SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES

Clinical

1 . Provide basic primary dental care for patients including diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontal, oral surgery, and anterior endodontic services

2. Provide patient referrals to specialists when procedures fall outside the scope of service the provider is able to provide, impacted teeth, surgical periodontal and endodontic procedures, and orthodontic procedures

3. Facilitate oral health education for patients both clinically and in outreach settings

4. Consult with patients’ physicians when appropriate

5. Maintain legible, legal documentation in patient charts as directed by department policies

6. Participate in continuing education to stay abreast on new techniques and procedures in the field of dentistry

Billing

7. Accurately code procedures following each dental visit

8. Follow procedures for ensuring prior authorization is received before initiation of the procedures that require pre-authorization

Miscellaneous Duties:

9. Provide guidance and direction for dental assistants and front office staff

10. Provide off-hours telephone coverage for dental patients of UCC

11. Participate in any meeting, seminars, or training sessions as directed by the Dental Director or CEO

12. Consult with patients’ physicians when appropriate

13. Perform other work-related duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Active Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Dental License

• Active DEA Number at UCC

• Dental Degree (D.D.S. or D.M.D.) from Accredited Dental School

• Successful completion of UCC’s credentialing process

• Participation in all insurance plans that UCC accepts

• English proficiency required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

In order to fulfill the requirements of this position, duties 1-13 are considered essential functions of the job.

ORGANIZATIONAL INVOLVEMENT

This position is required to participate in mandatory all staff meetings, team meetings and trainings.