Dentist 1.0 FTE - Pacific Tower 1.0 FTE

The Dentist is responsible for the detection, diagnosis and treatment of patients in a clinical setting. They also document the treatment, communicate with patients and refer to partners as appropriate. This role will also participate in providing guidance and oversight to the dental support team. The Dentist provides care to all age groups in accordance with the State of Washington Department of Licensing and professional scope of practice. The dentist provides a wide range of general dental services for Neighborcare Health patients, making reasonable and sound assessments and treatment plans in an effort to improve health status and outcomes for patients.Neighborcare Health offers a robust benefit package including Health, Wellness & Retirement benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 18+ days of Paid Time Off, 9-Paid Holidays, Retirement with Matching, Life & AD&D, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, & More! This position is eligible for the Staff Referral Program.Primary ResponsibilitiesDirect Patient Care• Detect and diagnose oral disease including dental caries, periodontal disease, and oral pathology• Make reasonable and sound dental assessments and treatment plans and communicate to patient• Provides high quality dental care to patients, in accordance with licensure requirements and NCH policies and procedures• Confident in performing all aspects of general dentistry including restorative work, surgical extractions, basic endodontics, scaling and root planing, pediatrics, and removable prosthodontics• Assures integration of patient education into all treatment phases and partners with patients to achieve optimal oral health that meets the needs of the patient• Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments during treatment of patients• Obtains history and physical appropriate to dental needs/care; coordinates care with primary care team• Stays abreast of new innovations, changing practice guidelines and standards to deliver safe, effective, and evidence based care to patients, via continuing education and professional development• Practice universal precautions, appropriate infection control, and sterilization processes, as defined by Neighborcare Health’s policies and proceduresIndirect Patient Care• Reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information prior to providing care• Consults with appropriate providers and makes recommendations to patients for outside referrals as appropriate• Documents all patient visits, communication, referrals, and prescriptions in an accurate and timely manner, in compliance with Neighborcare Health guidelines• Participate in developing and utilizing Neighborcare Health practice guidelines and procedures, using disease registries, participating in audits, and being involved with risk management and utilization management programsAdministrative Work• Assists the Clinic Administrator and Site Dental Director in the planning and evaluation of effective clinic operations• Assist with meeting clinic quality improvement and operations goals, striving for an efficient, productive clinic• Participates as a team member with all clinical staff to embody the principles of NeighborCare Health’s Service Commitments• Leads a team of support staff to assure services meet or exceed the expectations of patients, coworkers, the public, and community standards• Attends and contributes at staff meetings, provider meetings, and other in service trainings• Keep abreast of new developments in dentistry through structured continuing professional developments. Updates delivery of care based on evidence based practices• May participate in preceptorship of dental residents, dental assisting students, and/or as a clinical shadowing mentorRequired for this job:Ability to work in a high pressure, time-sensitive, and complex health care environmentAbility to meet and comply with HIPAA/Confidentiality policies and procedures and to handle confidential and sensitive patient and staff informationAbility to work with individuals of varying ethnicities, socio-economic levels, cultures sexual orientations, and gender identitiesDemonstrates the ability to conduct discussions of a sensitive nature with staff and patientsAbility to build relationships while maintaining appropriate boundariesAbility to develop collaborative working relationships that foster a positive working environment with an emphasis on teamworkAbility to work with computers, the use of email, and electronic medical recordsAbility to communicate in person, email, and on the phone effectivelyPreferred for this job:Community health experienceBilingual preferredRequired:Dental Degree required (DDS or DMD); from an American Dental Association accredited dental schoolCurrent Washington State Dentist LicenseSkilled in restorative, surgical extractions, endodontics and pediatricStrong written and verbal communication skillsExperience working with technology and electronic dental recordsBLS CertificationDEA LicensePreferred:Years of Relevant Experience: One-year General Practice Residency or Advanced Education in General Dentistry or relevant 10-years of experience clinical practiceCompleted a one year clinical residency programOur MissionThe mission of Neighborcare Health is to provide comprehensive health care to families and individuals who have difficulty accessing care; respond with sensitivity to the needs of our culturally diverse patients; and advocate and work with others to improve the overall health status of the communities we serve.About our Service CommitmentsOur service commitments were created by staff members, leaders, board members and patients. We use these as a guide and expectation for how we treat our patients and each other. You may learn more about our service commitments here, each otherA warm welcomeCaringRespectWorking togetherTrusting RelationshipAbout usFor 50 years, Neighborcare Health has been caring for our neighbors with essential medical and dental care, counseling, outreach, health education and more in Seattle, Vashon, and our newest dental clinic in Olympia! Our purpose is to improve health by engaging, educating, and empowering people in the communities we serve. We are looking to hire the best talent to support our culturally diverse workplace and pensationThe wage range for this position is minimum $122,275.00 up to $178,611.92 pensation will be determined based on years of relevant experience.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)About the companyEveryone deserves quality health care. For more than 50 years, Neighborcare Health has provided a health care home for our most vulnerable neighbors. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06