Dentist

Jamestown Family Dental Clinic is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Per Diem Dentist to provide comprehensive oral healthcare services to our patients on an on-call, as-needed basis. This position offers flexibility while allowing you to make a meaningful impact by delivering high-quality dental care to our community.

The Dentist is responsible for diagnosing dental conditions, developing treatment plans, performing restorative and major dental procedures, supervising Dental Hygienists as assigned, and participating in clinic quality improvement and operational initiatives.

Schedule

Per Diem / On-Call

• Work on an as-needed basis to support clinic operations and patient care.

• Flexible scheduling based on clinic needs.

Essential Functions

General Dentistry

• Diagnose and treat dental conditions for patients of all ages.

• Develop treatment plans and provide comprehensive oral healthcare services.

• Perform restorative and major dental procedures.

• Educate patients and staff regarding oral health and treatment options.

• Consult with Tribal dental providers regarding patient care issues.

• Refer patients to specialty providers as appropriate.

Clinical Operations & Quality

• Assist in reviewing clinic productivity, scheduling procedures, and establishing guidelines for patient care and treatment.

• Complete all patient charting within 24 hours of the patient encounter.

• Participate in dental quality assurance programs and reviews.

• Follow established infection control guidelines, protocols, and procedures.

• Comply with OSHA requirements and all Tribal dental policies and procedures to ensure patient and employee safety.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise Dental Hygienists assigned to your patients.

• Participate in clinic team meetings and collaborative care planning.

• Provide guidance to the Director of Health Services, Deputy Director of Health Services, and Tribal Council regarding the development and implementation of services that meet the needs of the Tribal population.

Additional Responsibilities

• Adhere to all Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe policies and procedures, including safety standards, work practices, the Occupational Exposure Control Plan, and HIPAA requirements.

• Perform additional duties related to the position as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an American Dental Association accredited dental school.

• Current Dental Practice License in the State of Washington.

• Current DEA registration.

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in general dentistry.

• Knowledge and skill in providing general dentistry services to patients of all ages.

• Ability to work independently.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to handle conflict and crisis situations professionally.

• Computer proficiency.

• Ability to take initiative and solve problems effectively.

• Ability to follow infection control guidelines.

• Ability to follow established protocols and procedures.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background investigation.

Why Join Jamestown Family Dental Clinic?

• Flexible per diem scheduling.

• Opportunity to provide comprehensive care in a community-focused healthcare setting.

• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

• Meaningful work serving Tribal members and the surrounding community.

• Opportunity to contribute to quality improvement and healthcare program development.

American Indian/Alaska Native preference applies.