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Who We Are:
SAC Health empowers our patients and their families to live vibrant and healthy lives through culturally responsive, exceptional care. Patient-centered, whole-person care. Our unique, full scope, team-based approach is what makes SAC Health the provider of choice for patients.
Top-Tier Patient Satisfaction Scores | Largest Teaching Health Center FQHC | 11 Locations offering 44 Specialties | NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home Level 3 Certified Multi-Site Approved for NHSC & NCLRP loan forgiveness programs – NHSC/Nurse Corps/Pediatric Specialty | HPSA Scores: Primary: 17 | Dental: 25 | Mental: 20
What We Are Looking For
Looking for an experienced Dentist. Responsible for the practice of general dentistry within the standard of care; all matters relating to the operation of an efficient dental unit in delivering quality and cost-effective dental care with a humane approach; and all matters that promote improved dental health for SACHS patients. Must be comfortable with working with a strong pediatric population. Performs other duties as assigned.
Schedule: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 10 hours per day (Alternatively, Wednesday & Friday – 20 hrs per week) | Location: 82-934 Civic Ctr Dr, Indio, CA
This position is a non-benefited position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DELIVERABLES
- Provision of routine and urgent/emergent general dentistry services for patients in accordance with patient’s needs in order to preserve or restore teeth and adequate function.
- Must be willing and knowledgeable in treating pediatric patients.
- Coordinate the patient’s general health history and status when developing dental treatment plans in collaboration with the patient and/or family.
- Perform diagnostic, preventive, periodontal, endodontic, restorative and adjunctive dental procedures in order to maintain oral health. Must be comfortable with working with a strong pediatric population. Prescribe medications in accordance with the patient’s clinical needs and health status.
- Provide oversight and direction to the staff and operations of the dental clinic to assure efficient and quality care.
- Assist in the orientation and training of new dental staff.
- Participate in dental health education programs, to improve the ability to make decisions concerning treatment for their present and future dental conditions and to promote self-care.
- Maintain all required CME’s and provide all documentation and references required for the credential process in a timely manner. Assist in the development of dental policies and procedures.
- Follow applicable PCHC policies and procedures
- Ability to travel between SAC Health’s Norton, and San Bernardino Campus locations.
- Must have the ability to consistently work with rotating doctors, residents and interns and have the ability to collaborate, teach, support, and function in a teaching organization.
- Other duties as outlined by the official job description.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited dental school with a D.D.S., D.M.D., or equivalent degree.
- Licensure/Certification: Certified in BLS and AED and maintain recertification per licensure requirements. License to Practice Dentistry in CA, DEA License. Valid CA Driver’s License.
- Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years clinical experience as a staff Dentist. As a requirement of this position you must receive EPIC certification for the module you have been hired into.
- Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Sit and for extended periods of time; push, pull and reach, occasionally bend, stoop and stretch. Dexterity of hands for use of dental tools and equipment.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to guide performance, monitor and evaluate the work of auxiliary dental personnel and students. Must be able to handle sensitive patient cases with dignity and respect.
- Essential Mental Abilities: Possess critical mental faculties to analyze complex medical situations, make informed decisions, and adapt to evolving patient needs. This includes strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare dental environment.
- Work Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Must not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visas.
