Dentist Jobs in Waipahu, HI

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We are experiencing tremendous growth in our patient base, and we are looking for an experienced General Dentist to join our busy practice. This is an established practice with a steady patient flow and high productivity. It will be a rewarding opportunity for a doctor who is looking for clinical autonomy and enjoys working with an experienced staff. They use the most advanced materials and procedures available. They practice comfortable, health-centered dentistry with a strong emphasis on understanding the whole patient, while minimizing any negative impact on the environment or patient. If you are looking for a practice with a full schedule where you have autonomy to treatment plan your cases, collaborate with colleagues and work in a positive, team-oriented environment, this is the opportunity for you! Perks: Complete clinical autonomy Mentorship Job Duties: Examine, diagnose, prescribe, and carry out services and treatment plans. Collaborate with other providers, as well as all other clinical and non-clinical personnel as necessary. Uphold the policy, protocol, and procedures which are in compliance with the most current accepted professional standards. Improving clinical skills and acumen through participation in continuing education and training opportunities (continuing education support is available). Participate in various community outreach initiatives as necessary. Required Experience: DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Complete an Endodontic Residency accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation or have at least 5+ years of experience focused primarily on endodontics. Current, valid license to practice dentistry in state where providing care (License must be in good standing) or eligible for licensure. Other certifications as required by state to include- CPR, DEA, etc. We provide our team members with great support and resources so our providers can deliver superior care with clinical autonomy in a collaborative, patient-centric environment. To learn more about us, please contact us at ***********************************

Our team is growing and we would love to know what you can offer! If you do not see a job posted on our Employment Page which fits your skillset and would like us to have your application on file for general consideration, please complete our apply process here. This general application will not serve as a substitute for an official job application for a position posted on our employment site. Therefore, please also check back periodically for specific job openings and to submit an official job application for your position of interest if and/or when there is an opening. By completing this application your profile will be entered into our applicant talent pool for review against both current and future needs. We will contact you if there is a position which matches your background. Thank you for your interest in us!

Temporary assignment under a 12-month contract. Most of this role will take place in the HICHC West Dental Clinics and 10-15% of this role will take place in the School Based Health Program setting . JOB TITLE: General Dentist FLSA STATUS: Exempt DEPARTMENT: Dental SUPERVISED BY: Dental Director I. POSITION FUNCTION SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Dental Director, the General Dentist duties are in support of the mission, goals and objectives of Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center. He/she performs professional dental care in the diagnosis and treatment of patients in scheduled and unscheduled; participation of dental education for non-dental clinical staff of the HICHC, supervision dental hygienists, engagement in public service addition to the administrative functions. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position may have various work assignments within HICHC. This description is intended to be generic in nature, and as such it does not detail all duties and responsibilities of the particular job assignment. Various duties, responsibilities and accountabilities may be assigned to an incumbent in this position depending on the specific job assignment, and may include but not be limited to the following: • Provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and restorative dental services to patients. • Reviews medical histories at every visit. • Examines teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, and other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose disease or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments. • Assures all pathologic conditions are charted and reported to the patient. • Discusses caries risk assessment, diet, home care status and anticipatory guidance with patients and parent who demonstrate moderate and high caries risk. • Develops a written treatment plan developed with all options explained to the patient. • Holds informed consent discussions with all patients prior to initiating any treatment. This discussion will include an explanation of the planned procedure and any alternative procedures, disclosure of any significant material risks associated with any alternative, and responding to patient questions. Informed consent discussion will be documented in the patient's chart. • Where appropriate, referrals are made to specialists or other health care providers • Enters and signs all treatment provided in electronic record. • Instructs dental assistants with chair side, laboratory, sterilization and radiology procedures. • Administers anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during procedures. • Uses air turbine/electronic driver and hand instruments, dental appliances and surgical implements. • Designs, makes and fits prosthodontic appliances such as space maintainers, bridges, crowns, partial dentures, complete dentures or writes fabrication instructions or prescriptions for dental prosthesis to dental laboratories. • Performs root canal treatments on anterior teeth, premolars or molars. • Performs oral and periodontal surgery on the jaw or mouth. • Applies and prescribes cavity-preventative agents such as fluorides and pit and fissure sealants. • Writes prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications. • Assures integration of patient education into all treatment phases. • Provides consultation for dental hygienists when requested. • Plans, organizes and maintains dental health programs. • Produces and evaluates dental health educational materials. • Responsible for supervision, mentorship and evaluator of dental residents. • Provides general supervision for staffing and handling paperwork and insurance claims. • Incorporates parent/patient into education regimen for every child 0-18 years old and children with special needs. • Promotes and supports the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) primary care model. • Other duties as assigned. III. POSITION SPECIFICATIONS Requirements of Position To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience • Valid current license to practice dentistry in the State of Hawaiʻi. • Experience working with community programs preferred. • Must have a desire to work with children and adolescents. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Working knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of dental and oral diseases. • Working knowledge of the principles, standard practices methods and techniques of dentistry. • Working knowledge of preventive dentistry and educational methodologies utilized in prevention. • Skill in oral operative techniques and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff. Language Skills • Ability to communicate with culturally diverse groups of people including staff, providers and patients. • Ability to communicate effectively with patients and their families to make their visit a pleasant experience. • Sensitivity to the multicultural nature of the service area population and may be required to communicate in another language. Personal Characteristics Personal characteristics to include: a team player, high integrity, solution-oriented, communication and customer relations skills, regular work attendance, courteous and friendly, able to work well with diverse groups of people, and gain and maintain respect of others. Confidential and Sensitive Information Because the employee has access to personal and professional data regarding individual employees and their families, personal data regarding individual patients and the families, and/or sensitive company financial data, an essential job result is the maintenance of a high level of confidentiality of the information processed by the employee. Violation of this confidence may result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment. IV. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS/WORKING CONDITIONS General Remarks: The work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks and functions. Working Conditions: Dental Clinic environment with possible exposure to airborne and bloodborne pathogens. Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. There are no known environmental hazards on the premises. Work environment is often stressful. Work is mostly inside, and normal office worker safety precautions and practices are required. Incumbent may be exposed to patients' conditions and some-unpleasant sights, smells and contagious diseases including virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. All employees are offered the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis B vaccination series. Equipment Use: Frequent use of telephone system and office equipment including but not limited to computer, printer, facsimile machine, copier, and general office supplies. Occasional use of wheelchair, gurney and other assisted devices for patient transfers in the clinic. Work Hours: 40 hours per week, schedule may vary to accommodate events and program needs. Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotating shifts, standby, on-call). This position is exempt under the provisions of the Fair labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not subject to the policies and procedures pertaining to overtime hours and premium pay. The foregoing position description is not all-inclusive of the duties that may be assigned to the employee. In order to ensure maximum flexibility and efficiency and to encourage cross training, employees will be assigned additional duties as deemed necessary or desirable by HICHC. Mental Demands: Duties require attention to detail, alertness, problem solving, tolerance to stress and exercising sound judgment. Duties require high tolerance and adequate coping skills for dealing with loss, grief and bereavement. Good stress reduction and management skills are essential. V. REMARKS The foregoing position description is not all-inclusive of the duties that may be assigned to the employee. In order to ensure maximum flexibility and efficiency and to encourage cross training, employees will be assigned additional duties as deemed necessary or desirable by HICHC.

The Dentist assumes responsibility for providing limited safe dental screening and preventative treatment to children. This includes screenings and ordering of dental sealants and supervising the care provided by the dental hygienist and/or dental hygiene students. Follows established dental standards, procedures, and practices, and gives specific patient care directions to dental and other staff. To learn more about the Hawaii Keiki Program, please visit **************************************** LOCATION: Hilo Area (various sites) ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS Assist in the development and edits to the dental sealant policy and procedure manual Assist with and make recommendations for equipment required for dental sealant program Provide supervision to dental hygienists during scheduled dental sealant days scheduled at Department of Education Schools in Hawaii. Perform dental assessment of students who have signed consents to participate in the dental screening and possible dental sealant applications Diagnose children with any urgent dental problems requiring dental referral Order dental sealants for eligible students once examination is completed Oversee the application of the dental sealants for proper techniques to assure quality control Monitor the billing for dental services (limited examination and sealant application) for those students who receive services Review and sign data collected at each school site Report to Senior Practice Director any concerns or suggestions for improvement in the dental sealant program process Communicate with Hawaii Keiki Administration and Senior Practice Director for scheduling requests for dental sealant days Comply with all legal requirements and company policies Perform all other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Current Hawaii State Dental license Current CPR/BLS certification Experience in the professional practice of General Dentistry Experience working with mobile dental clinic equipment Experience consulting in the health care community in Hawaii JOB CONDITIONS Works in school setting Works under conditions that require clinical judgment to resolve Exposure to communicable diseases, blood and other bodily fluids Workdays to include: Per diem, weekdays during the school year. Scheduling is done 1-2 months in advance by the oral health program manager. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Pay rate: $100/hr Retirement plan with up to 3% dollar-for-dollar company matching contributions Employee assistance program (EAP) Pet Insurance UHP is an EEO/AAP Employer.

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The Dentist assumes responsibility for providing limited safe dental screening and preventative treatment to children. This includes screenings and ordering of dental sealants and supervising the care provided by the dental hygienist and/or dental hygiene students. Follows established dental standards, procedures, and practices, and gives specific patient care directions to dental and other staff. To learn more about the Hawaii Keiki Program, please visit **************************************** LOCATION: Hilo Area (various sites) ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS Assist in the development and edits to the dental sealant policy and procedure manual Assist with and make recommendations for equipment required for dental sealant program Provide supervision to dental hygienists during scheduled dental sealant days scheduled at Department of Education Schools in Hawaii. Perform dental assessment of students who have signed consents to participate in the dental screening and possible dental sealant applications Diagnose children with any urgent dental problems requiring dental referral Order dental sealants for eligible students once examination is completed Oversee the application of the dental sealants for proper techniques to assure quality control Monitor the billing for dental services (limited examination and sealant application) for those students who receive services Review and sign data collected at each school site Report to Senior Practice Director any concerns or suggestions for improvement in the dental sealant program process Communicate with Hawaii Keiki Administration and Senior Practice Director for scheduling requests for dental sealant days Comply with all legal requirements and company policies Perform all other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Current Hawaii State Dental license Current CPR/BLS certification Experience in the professional practice of General Dentistry Experience working with mobile dental clinic equipment Experience consulting in the health care community in Hawaii JOB CONDITIONS Works in school setting Works under conditions that require clinical judgment to resolve Exposure to communicable diseases, blood and other bodily fluids Workdays to include: Per diem, weekdays during the school year. Scheduling is done 1-2 months in advance by the oral health program manager. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Pay rate: $100/hr Retirement plan with up to 3% dollar-for-dollar company matching contributions Employee assistance program (EAP) Pet Insurance UHP is an EEO/AAP Employer.

Temporary assignment under a 12-month contract. Most of this role will take place in the HICHC West Dental Clinics and 10-15% of this role will take place in the School Based Health Program setting . JOB TITLE: General Dentist FLSA STATUS: Exempt DEPARTMENT: Dental SUPERVISED BY: Dental Director I. POSITION FUNCTION SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Dental Director, the General Dentist duties are in support of the mission, goals and objectives of Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center. He/she performs professional dental care in the diagnosis and treatment of patients in scheduled and unscheduled; participation of dental education for non-dental clinical staff of the HICHC, supervision dental hygienists, engagement in public service addition to the administrative functions. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position may have various work assignments within HICHC. This description is intended to be generic in nature, and as such it does not detail all duties and responsibilities of the particular job assignment. Various duties, responsibilities and accountabilities may be assigned to an incumbent in this position depending on the specific job assignment, and may include but not be limited to the following: • Provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and restorative dental services to patients. • Reviews medical histories at every visit. • Examines teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, and other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose disease or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments. • Assures all pathologic conditions are charted and reported to the patient. • Discusses caries risk assessment, diet, home care status and anticipatory guidance with patients and parent who demonstrate moderate and high caries risk. • Develops a written treatment plan developed with all options explained to the patient. • Holds informed consent discussions with all patients prior to initiating any treatment. This discussion will include an explanation of the planned procedure and any alternative procedures, disclosure of any significant material risks associated with any alternative, and responding to patient questions. Informed consent discussion will be documented in the patient's chart. • Where appropriate, referrals are made to specialists or other health care providers • Enters and signs all treatment provided in electronic record. • Instructs dental assistants with chair side, laboratory, sterilization and radiology procedures. • Administers anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during procedures. • Uses air turbine/electronic driver and hand instruments, dental appliances and surgical implements. • Designs, makes and fits prosthodontic appliances such as space maintainers, bridges, crowns, partial dentures, complete dentures or writes fabrication instructions or prescriptions for dental prosthesis to dental laboratories. • Performs root canal treatments on anterior teeth, premolars or molars. • Performs oral and periodontal surgery on the jaw or mouth. • Applies and prescribes cavity-preventative agents such as fluorides and pit and fissure sealants. • Writes prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications. • Assures integration of patient education into all treatment phases. • Provides consultation for dental hygienists when requested. • Plans, organizes and maintains dental health programs. • Produces and evaluates dental health educational materials. • Responsible for supervision, mentorship and evaluator of dental residents. • Provides general supervision for staffing and handling paperwork and insurance claims. • Incorporates parent/patient into education regimen for every child 0-18 years old and children with special needs. • Promotes and supports the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) primary care model. • Other duties as assigned. III. POSITION SPECIFICATIONS Requirements of Position To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience • Valid current license to practice dentistry in the State of Hawaiʻi. • Experience working with community programs preferred. • Must have a desire to work with children and adolescents. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Working knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of dental and oral diseases. • Working knowledge of the principles, standard practices methods and techniques of dentistry. • Working knowledge of preventive dentistry and educational methodologies utilized in prevention. • Skill in oral operative techniques and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff. Language Skills • Ability to communicate with culturally diverse groups of people including staff, providers and patients. • Ability to communicate effectively with patients and their families to make their visit a pleasant experience. • Sensitivity to the multicultural nature of the service area population and may be required to communicate in another language. Personal Characteristics Personal characteristics to include: a team player, high integrity, solution-oriented, communication and customer relations skills, regular work attendance, courteous and friendly, able to work well with diverse groups of people, and gain and maintain respect of others. Confidential and Sensitive Information Because the employee has access to personal and professional data regarding individual employees and their families, personal data regarding individual patients and the families, and/or sensitive company financial data, an essential job result is the maintenance of a high level of confidentiality of the information processed by the employee. Violation of this confidence may result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment. IV. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS/WORKING CONDITIONS General Remarks: The work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks and functions. Working Conditions: Dental Clinic environment with possible exposure to airborne and bloodborne pathogens. Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. There are no known environmental hazards on the premises. Work environment is often stressful. Work is mostly inside, and normal office worker safety precautions and practices are required. Incumbent may be exposed to patients' conditions and some-unpleasant sights, smells and contagious diseases including virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. All employees are offered the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis B vaccination series. Equipment Use: Frequent use of telephone system and office equipment including but not limited to computer, printer, facsimile machine, copier, and general office supplies. Occasional use of wheelchair, gurney and other assisted devices for patient transfers in the clinic. Work Hours: 40 hours per week, schedule may vary to accommodate events and program needs. Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotating shifts, standby, on-call). This position is exempt under the provisions of the Fair labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not subject to the policies and procedures pertaining to overtime hours and premium pay. The foregoing position description is not all-inclusive of the duties that may be assigned to the employee. In order to ensure maximum flexibility and efficiency and to encourage cross training, employees will be assigned additional duties as deemed necessary or desirable by HICHC. Mental Demands: Duties require attention to detail, alertness, problem solving, tolerance to stress and exercising sound judgment. Duties require high tolerance and adequate coping skills for dealing with loss, grief and bereavement. Good stress reduction and management skills are essential. V. REMARKS The foregoing position description is not all-inclusive of the duties that may be assigned to the employee. In order to ensure maximum flexibility and efficiency and to encourage cross training, employees will be assigned additional duties as deemed necessary or desirable by HICHC.

The Dentist assumes responsibility for providing limited safe dental screening and preventative treatment to children. This includes screenings and ordering of dental sealants and supervising the care provided by the dental hygienist and/or dental hygiene students. Follows established dental standards, procedures, and practices, and gives specific patient care directions to dental and other staff. To learn more about the Hawaii Keiki Program, please visit **************************************** LOCATION: Kona area (community-based position) ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS Assist in the development and edits to the dental sealant policy and procedure manual Assist with and make recommendation for equipment required for dental sealant program Provide supervision to dental hygienists during scheduled dental sealant days scheduled at Department of Education Schools in Hawaii. Perform dental assessment of students who have signed consents to participate in the dental screening and possible dental sealant applications Diagnose children with any urgent dental problems requiring dental referral Order dental sealants for eligible students once examination is completed Oversee the application of the dental sealants for proper technique to assure quality control Monitor the billing for dental services (limited examination and sealant application) for those students who receive services Review and sign data collected at each school site Report to Senior Practice Director any concerns or suggestions for improvement in the dental sealant program process Communicate with Hawaii Keiki Administration and Senior Practice Director for scheduling requests for dental sealant days Comply with all legal requirements and company policies Perform all other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Current Hawaii State Dental license Current CPR/BLS certification Experience in the professional practice of General Dentistry Experience working with mobile dental clinic equipment Experience consulting in the health care community in Hawaii JOB CONDITIONS School environment for sealant program days will vary based on each school and designated area for the program but must include provision for delivery of safe and effective dental services. Projected time for each school sealant day will range from 3-5 hours based on location and number of children in the second grade and those identified as needing sealants. Dental consultant must approve each date of service in order to assure that he/she is available to provide the needed supervision and assessments at each designated school. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Pay rate: $100/hr Retirement plan with up to 3% dollar-for-dollar company matching contributions Employee assistance program (EAP) Pet Insurance UHP is an EEO/AAP Employer.

Join Our Team as a General Dentist! Temporary Assignment (12-month contract) Job Title: General Dentist FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Dental Supervised By: Dental Director Under the guidance of the Dental Director, the General Dentist supports the mission of Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center. This role involves professional dental care, patient diagnosis and treatment, dental education for non-dental staff, supervision of dental hygienists, public service, and administrative duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and restorative dental services. Review medical histories at each visit. Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues using dental instruments and diagnostic equipment. Chart and report pathologic conditions to patients. Discuss caries risk, diet, home care, and guidance with patients and parents. Develop and explain written treatment plans. Hold informed consent discussions and document them. Refer patients to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed. Enter and sign all treatments in electronic records. Instruct dental assistants in various procedures. Administer anesthetics during procedures. Use dental instruments and appliances. Design, make, and fit prosthodontic appliances. Perform root canal treatments and oral/periodontal surgery. Apply and prescribe cavity-preventative agents. Write prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications. Integrate patient education into treatment phases. Consult with dental hygienists. Plan and maintain dental health programs. Evaluate dental health educational materials. Supervise, mentor, and evaluate dental residents. Oversee staffing, paperwork, and insurance claims. Educate parents/patients for children 0-18 years old and those with special needs. Support the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model. Perform other duties as assigned. Position Specifications: Requirements: Valid dentistry license in Hawaiʻi. Prefer experience with community programs. Desire to work with children and adolescents. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Diagnosis and treatment of dental/oral diseases. Principles and techniques of dentistry. Preventive dentistry and educational methods. Oral operative skills and effective relationships with patients and staff. Language Skills: Communicate with diverse groups, including staff, providers, and patients. Effective communication with patients and families. Sensitivity to multicultural populations; may require another language. Personal Characteristics: Team player, high integrity, solution-oriented. Good communication and customer relations skills. Regular attendance, courteous, friendly, and respectful. Confidentiality: Maintain high confidentiality of personal and professional data. Violation of confidentiality may result in disciplinary action, including termination. Working Conditions: Dental clinic environment with exposure to airborne and bloodborne pathogens. Moderate noise level, no known environmental hazards. Stressful work environment with exposure to patients' conditions, unpleasant sights, smells, and contagious diseases. Hepatitis B vaccination series offered. Frequent use of office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copier). Occasional use of wheelchair, gurney, and other assisted devices. 40 hours per week, varying schedule based on operational needs (rotating shifts, standby, on-call). Exempt position under FLSA. Requires attention to detail, alertness, problem-solving, stress tolerance, and sound judgment. High tolerance for dealing with loss, grief, and bereavement. Essential stress management skills.

Join Our Team as a General Dentist! Temporary Assignment (12-month contract) Job Title: General Dentist FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Dental Supervised By: Dental Director Under the guidance of the Dental Director, the General Dentist supports the mission of Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center. This role involves professional dental care, patient diagnosis and treatment, dental education for non-dental staff, supervision of dental hygienists, public service, and administrative duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and restorative dental services. Review medical histories at each visit. Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues using dental instruments and diagnostic equipment. Chart and report pathologic conditions to patients. Discuss caries risk, diet, home care, and guidance with patients and parents. Develop and explain written treatment plans. Hold informed consent discussions and document them. Refer patients to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed. Enter and sign all treatments in electronic records. Instruct dental assistants in various procedures. Administer anesthetics during procedures. Use dental instruments and appliances. Design, make, and fit prosthodontic appliances. Perform root canal treatments and oral/periodontal surgery. Apply and prescribe cavity-preventative agents. Write prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications. Integrate patient education into treatment phases. Consult with dental hygienists. Plan and maintain dental health programs. Evaluate dental health educational materials. Supervise, mentor, and evaluate dental residents. Oversee staffing, paperwork, and insurance claims. Educate parents/patients for children 0-18 years old and those with special needs. Support the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model. Perform other duties as assigned. Position Specifications: Requirements: Valid dentistry license in Hawaiʻi. Prefer experience with community programs. Desire to work with children and adolescents. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Diagnosis and treatment of dental/oral diseases. Principles and techniques of dentistry. Preventive dentistry and educational methods. Oral operative skills and effective relationships with patients and staff. Language Skills: Communicate with diverse groups, including staff, providers, and patients. Effective communication with patients and families. Sensitivity to multicultural populations; may require another language. Personal Characteristics: Team player, high integrity, solution-oriented. Good communication and customer relations skills. Regular attendance, courteous, friendly, and respectful. Confidentiality: Maintain high confidentiality of personal and professional data. Violation of confidentiality may result in disciplinary action, including termination. Working Conditions: Dental clinic environment with exposure to airborne and bloodborne pathogens. Moderate noise level, no known environmental hazards. Stressful work environment with exposure to patients' conditions, unpleasant sights, smells, and contagious diseases. Hepatitis B vaccination series offered. Frequent use of office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copier). Occasional use of wheelchair, gurney, and other assisted devices. 40 hours per week, varying schedule based on operational needs (rotating shifts, standby, on-call). Exempt position under FLSA. Requires attention to detail, alertness, problem-solving, stress tolerance, and sound judgment. High tolerance for dealing with loss, grief, and bereavement. Essential stress management skills. Join us in making a difference in our community!

Temporary assignment under a 12-month contract. Most of this role will take place in the HICHC West Dental Clinics and 10-15% of this role will take place in the School Based Health Program setting . JOB TITLE: General Dentist FLSA STATUS: Exempt DEPARTMENT: Dental SUPERVISED BY: Dental Director I. POSITION FUNCTION SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Dental Director, the General Dentist duties are in support of the mission, goals and objectives of Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center. He/she performs professional dental care in the diagnosis and treatment of patients in scheduled and unscheduled; participation of dental education for non-dental clinical staff of the HICHC, supervision dental hygienists, engagement in public service addition to the administrative functions. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position may have various work assignments within HICHC. This description is intended to be generic in nature, and as such it does not detail all duties and responsibilities of the particular job assignment. Various duties, responsibilities and accountabilities may be assigned to an incumbent in this position depending on the specific job assignment, and may include but not be limited to the following: • Provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and restorative dental services to patients. • Reviews medical histories at every visit. • Examines teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, and other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose disease or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments. • Assures all pathologic conditions are charted and reported to the patient. • Discusses caries risk assessment, diet, home care status and anticipatory guidance with patients and parent who demonstrate moderate and high caries risk. • Develops a written treatment plan developed with all options explained to the patient. • Holds informed consent discussions with all patients prior to initiating any treatment. This discussion will include an explanation of the planned procedure and any alternative procedures, disclosure of any significant material risks associated with any alternative, and responding to patient questions. Informed consent discussion will be documented in the patient's chart. • Where appropriate, referrals are made to specialists or other health care providers • Enters and signs all treatment provided in electronic record. • Instructs dental assistants with chair side, laboratory, sterilization and radiology procedures. • Administers anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during procedures. • Uses air turbine/electronic driver and hand instruments, dental appliances and surgical implements. • Designs, makes and fits prosthodontic appliances such as space maintainers, bridges, crowns, partial dentures, complete dentures or writes fabrication instructions or prescriptions for dental prosthesis to dental laboratories. • Performs root canal treatments on anterior teeth, premolars or molars. • Performs oral and periodontal surgery on the jaw or mouth. • Applies and prescribes cavity-preventative agents such as fluorides and pit and fissure sealants. • Writes prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications. • Assures integration of patient education into all treatment phases. • Provides consultation for dental hygienists when requested. • Plans, organizes and maintains dental health programs. • Produces and evaluates dental health educational materials. • Responsible for supervision, mentorship and evaluator of dental residents. • Provides general supervision for staffing and handling paperwork and insurance claims. • Incorporates parent/patient into education regimen for every child 0-18 years old and children with special needs. • Promotes and supports the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) primary care model. • Other duties as assigned. III. POSITION SPECIFICATIONS Requirements of Position To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience • Valid current license to practice dentistry in the State of Hawaiʻi. • Experience working with community programs preferred. • Must have a desire to work with children and adolescents. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Working knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of dental and oral diseases. • Working knowledge of the principles, standard practices methods and techniques of dentistry. • Working knowledge of preventive dentistry and educational methodologies utilized in prevention. • Skill in oral operative techniques and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff. Language Skills • Ability to communicate with culturally diverse groups of people including staff, providers and patients. • Ability to communicate effectively with patients and their families to make their visit a pleasant experience. • Sensitivity to the multicultural nature of the service area population and may be required to communicate in another language. Personal Characteristics Personal characteristics to include: a team player, high integrity, solution-oriented, communication and customer relations skills, regular work attendance, courteous and friendly, able to work well with diverse groups of people, and gain and maintain respect of others. Confidential and Sensitive Information Because the employee has access to personal and professional data regarding individual employees and their families, personal data regarding individual patients and the families, and/or sensitive company financial data, an essential job result is the maintenance of a high level of confidentiality of the information processed by the employee. Violation of this confidence may result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment. IV. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS/WORKING CONDITIONS General Remarks: The work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks and functions. Working Conditions: Dental Clinic environment with possible exposure to airborne and bloodborne pathogens. Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. There are no known environmental hazards on the premises. Work environment is often stressful. Work is mostly inside, and normal office worker safety precautions and practices are required. Incumbent may be exposed to patients' conditions and some-unpleasant sights, smells and contagious diseases including virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. All employees are offered the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis B vaccination series. Equipment Use: Frequent use of telephone system and office equipment including but not limited to computer, printer, facsimile machine, copier, and general office supplies. Occasional use of wheelchair, gurney and other assisted devices for patient transfers in the clinic. Work Hours: 40 hours per week, schedule may vary to accommodate events and program needs. Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotating shifts, standby, on-call). This position is exempt under the provisions of the Fair labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not subject to the policies and procedures pertaining to overtime hours and premium pay. The foregoing position description is not all-inclusive of the duties that may be assigned to the employee. In order to ensure maximum flexibility and efficiency and to encourage cross training, employees will be assigned additional duties as deemed necessary or desirable by HICHC. Mental Demands: Duties require attention to detail, alertness, problem solving, tolerance to stress and exercising sound judgment. Duties require high tolerance and adequate coping skills for dealing with loss, grief and bereavement. Good stress reduction and management skills are essential. V. REMARKS The foregoing position description is not all-inclusive of the duties that may be assigned to the employee. In order to ensure maximum flexibility and efficiency and to encourage cross training, employees will be assigned additional duties as deemed necessary or desirable by HICHC.