Clinic Dentist at InsideHigherEd

Overview Following standard procedures, this person will provide supervision of dental hygiene services related to the operation of the Dental Hygiene clinic in a non-faculty/non-teaching role. Some evenings may be required to meet the needs of the department. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from a dental school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) with eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure as a dentist. Required EXPERIENCE Three (3) years full time experience as a general dentist or specialty practice. Required ABILITIES AND SKILLS Functional ability with computers or ability to learn computer functions. Required Possession of a current Hepatitis B vaccination and willingness to maintain. Required Responsibilities Provide overall supervision of patient care rendered in the dental hygiene clinic. Act as a consultant conferring with the dental hygiene faculty members assigned to clinic in regard to clinically related information and/or questions. Provide a diagnostic dental examination and head/examination for patients treated in the dental hygiene clinic. Prescribe and interpret dental radiographs. Prescribe dental sealants, fluoride and other medicaments as deemed necessary. Administer local anesthesia for pain control. Manage medical emergencies that may occur during the clinical session. Refer patients for follow-up diagnostic services. Discuss dental diagnosis and treatment planning with patients, students and faculty. Evaluate restorative/hard tissue charting and confirm documentation of pathology. Ensure that clinical services are consistent with current dental practice. Physical Standards and Special Job Features Frequent and quick movement from one student station to another is required. Pay TransparencyHourly rate is $75.00.College Statement This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice. EEO Statement Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce. Job CodeAM3