Dentist Opening in Sacramento, CA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Sacramento, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
5/13/24
**Dentist opportunities in Sacramento, CA**
- California's state capital - 1.5 million person population
**Position Overview:**
- Full-time, permanent positions
- Seeking to add a passionate Dentist to our team!
- The Dentist will be primarily responsible for examining and providing clinical dental services and preventive dental care in a community health center setting.
- Examines individuals requesting care, diagnose their dental/oral conditions, prescribes and carries out, or directs others in carrying out, appropriate dental/oral treatment, or refers individuals for specialty consultation or treatment in conformance with approved clinical protocols and guidelines
- Educates individuals in the nature of oral health related conditions and in the general promotion of oral health related disease prevention
- Communicate with dental staff on our team regarding patient treatment plans
- Supervises the clinical work of the dental assistants and hygienists
**Benefits:**
- Proud to offer an exciting benefits package to qualifying full-time employees which can support your health, your family, and help you plan for the future.
- 403B retirement savings account with up to 4% employer matching contribution and 100% immediate vesting.
- Healthcare: Medical (Kaiser or Western Health Advantage Options), Dental, Vision - Individual and family plans available
- Company funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) to help pay for out-of-pocket costs related to medical coverage
- FSA Plans: 2 options for Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
- Company paid basic Life and AD&D Insurance. (supplemental life and AD&D options available)
- Optional Critical Illness, Accident, ID Theft Protection and Pet insurance potions
- 4 weeks of accrued paid time off and paid holidays.
- Malpractice/Tail Insurance
- Employee Assistance Plan with five (5) free counseling visits, financial services, legal services, and a plethora of online resources.
- Health Center is NHSC qualified for State Loan Repayment Program
- Tuition Reimbursement program, CME/CEU reimbursement and time off program.
**Qualifications:**
(Education and Licensing Requirements:)
- Candidate must be board certified or board eligible and licensed to practice medicine in the State of California
- Practice medicine in the State of California
- Current, valid and unsuspended State of California medical licensure.
- DEA X-license required (waiver)
- Current CPR certification required
- At least 2 years experience working with underserved, low-income persons or homeless persons preferred.
(Knowledge of:)
- Current, standard dental practices, treatments, and tests
- Current and emerging trends in technologies, techniques, issues, and approaches in area of expertise.
- Pertinent federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding scope of practice issues affecting licensed community clinics.
- Principles of management and supervision.
- General information about public and private health insurance and third-party reimbursement issues.
- Community resources related to specialty care and other health-related services.
- Cultural sensitivity and a strong commitment to serve medically underserved families required
(Commitment to Safety Standards:)
- Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices.
- Follow all safety procedures and report or resolve unsafe conditions to ensure an injury-free work environment.
- Use appropriate ergonomic measures to reduce risk of work-related injuries.
- Assure adherence to infection control procedures in the clinic, including bloodborne pathogen protocols.
**About the Medical Group:**
- Federally Qualified Health Center committed to providing quality health care for all, with a focus on underserved and immigrant populations.
- More than a dozen practice sites throughout Sacramento, including mobile clinics.
- Clinicians emphasize comprehensive and compassionate primary care with a focus on prevention, wellness, health education, and disease management.
- Medical group uses an integrated health model including pediatrics, family practice, dental services, and behavioral health.
- Offers an exciting, collegial and rewarding environment where you can make a real difference in peoples lives every day.
**About the location:**
Sacramento has been ranked as one of the best cities to live in California with its affordable housing, mild weather and the many nearby places to see and spend time with family. Its family-friendly atmosphere was, in fact, listed as one of the reasons for its placement on its list. The cost of living and proximity to the many activities and cities northern California has to offer. Sacramento has a lot to offer.