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Job Description

Sign-On Bonus & Relocation For Eligible New Hires!

***We welcome applicants with valid licensure from any U.S. state or territory.***

POSITION SUMMARY: In addition to providing dental services to assigned patients, the Lead Dentist will provide overall supervision to the other dental providers as assigned.

REPORTS TO: Dental Director

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Perform chart reviews for dental providers (DDS and RDH), and produce a peer review report for the CQI meeting.
  2. Provide PRC referral approval.
  3. Coordinate PTO for providers at site location and approve payroll.
  4. Oversee No Charge review for redo of treatment at no cost to patient.
  5. Attend Dental Operations Meetings as representatives for dentist at each site.
  6. Initial Incident Report and Patient Complaint review with appropriate recommendations.
  7. Participate in the development and proposal of new dental policy, procedures and protocols with Dental Director.
  8. Assist in recruiting and retention efforts.
  9. Keep the Dental Director, Lead RDA and Clinic Site Manager abreast of current activities and situations within the Dental Department.
  10. Provide consultation services for other providers regarding diagnosis and treatment planning options.
  11. Provide direct dental services to program patients, including all aspects of supervision of staff functions during patient care.
  12. Other duties as assigned by Dental Director.

Experience and Skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Licensed California Dentist
  2. Five (5) years clinical experience.
  3. Sensitive to Indian culture and health needs.
  4. Maintain Current DEA registration.
  5. Indian preference. Preference in filling vacancies is give to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 & 473). In other than the above, NVIH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Benefits

  • Sign On Bonus and Relocation for Eligible New Hire
  • Low patient/provider ratios
  • No on-call or weekends
  • 401k with employer match
  • Loan Repayment Options
  • 14 Paid Holidays
  • Generous PTO accrual
  • Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Provider Benefits

Additional Application:

Licensed California Dentist

Minimum Education and Experience

Minimum Months of Experience: 60
Education Required: Master's
Minimum Hourly Wage: 205920.00
Maximum Hourly Wage: 312000.00

About Northern Valley Indian Health

NVIH offers medical, dental, behavioral health, and specialty services to a robust medical community with an unfilled demand for health care services. NVIH currently operates nine (9) clinic locations and two (2) administrative sites and offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Qualified individuals will be considered with preference given to qualified Native American applicants.