Dentist Opportunity in Alaska
Job Description
Peninsula Community Health Services of Alaska
Position Description
Welcome to Soldotna, Alaska; your new home. Our main office is located minutes from where the beautiful Kenai River flows through the middle of town, drawing thousands of visitors each summer, to catch world-class salmon and to enjoy the outdoors. There are so many activities you can partake in as you explore this breathtaking land. Popular choices include fishing, cross country skiing, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, camping, and hunting. Make sure to bring your camera along as you’ll be exploring the beauty of places like the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, Soldotna Creek Park, and Centennial Park. With a mission of “Strengthening our community by providing accessible and affordable healthcare”, we are a non-profit, family practice Federally Qualified Health Center treating the whole patient with medical, dental, eye care, and behavioral health services. Join our team and help us to better serve our community and home.
BENEFITS
* Sign-on Bonus
* AK licensure reimbursement
* Medical & dental insurance
* PTO
* Floating holiday
* CE time off and funds
* Life, AD&D and long/short term disability
* 403b
* Access to NHSC and State of AK SHARP loan repayment program.
CONTACT INFO
Patty Eissler, Chief HR Officer, 907-260-5017, [peissler@pchsak.org](mailto:peissler@pchsak.org)
Website: [www.pchsak.org](http://www.pchsak.org/)
SUMMARY POSITION STATEMENT
This purpose of this position is to serve the dental center as a dental provider, diagnosing, planning for, and treating the needs of each patient.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION
* Provides direct patient care by providing preventative, restorative, and emergency dental care as outlined by organization’s scope of service. Must be able to see patients of all ages.
* Provides treatment and education to patients with the goal of controlling and preventing oral health disease such as caries and periodontal disease.
* Recognizes and responds to emergencies.
* Delegates and monitors necessary duties (i.e. processing of radiographs, obtaining of vital signs) to clinical dental assistants, as appropriate.
* Records diagnosis, procedural codes, treatment notes, and treatment plans in the patient chart.
* Provides patient with necessary education, including pre- and post-operative instructions.
* Registration with and utilization of the Alaska Prescription Drug Management Program.
* Consistent attendance and punctuality is required and expected to work the hours set by PCHS and/or the schedule set by supervisor.
* Expected to complete required trainings such as CPR, Mandt, Mental Health First Aid and any others deemed necessary for this position.
PCHS is an equal opportunity employer and ADA compliant agency.
Education & Experience Requirements:
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
* Education: Graduate from an accredited dental school.
* License: Possession of a current State of Alaska Dental License
* Experience: Two years post-graduate experience in a dental clinic preferred. Ability to work with young children preferred.
* Vaccines: Must show proof of Covid vaccine due to Federal Mandate unless legally exempt.
Compensation Range:
TBD/Negotiable
Benefits:
BENEFITS
* Sign on bonus
* AK licensure reimbursement
* Medical & dental insurance
* PTO
* Floating holiday
* CE time off and funds
* Life, AD&D and long/short term disability
* 403b
* Access to NHSC and State of AK SHARP loan repayment program.
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