Staff Dentist

Job description

Primary Accountability The Staff Dentist is responsible for the provision of dental services in a Patient Centered Health Home context, with a focus on access to care. Description of Primary Responsibilities: - Responsible for the direct provision of dental services meeting all established productivity expectations. - Will provide comprehensive dental examination and will review appropriate x-rays, medical and dental histories to determine a diagnosis. - Expected to document visits accurately utilizing appropriate templates, and record relevant data to attain a diagnosis. - Accountable for attaining budgeted visits. - Responsible for meeting clinical care measures. - Accountable for locking records in the 72 hour window. - Responsible for number of diagnostic, preventive and restorative oral procedures. - Evaluate the current health and condition of the patient’s teeth to determine the diagnosis of any existing dental condition. - Inform patients on how to prevent dental problems and keep their teeth and mouth as healthy as possible. - Consider treatment methods and explain options with the patient to determine which works best based on their situation. - When appropriate, refer pa...