Dentist
CAHN
Full-time
On-site
Richmond, Virginia, United States
Dentist
At Capital Area Health Network, we are committed to more than just providing healthcare—we are dedicated to transforming lives through compassion, excellence, and purpose-driven service. As a valued member of our mission-focused medical team, you'll be part of a culture that fosters our CAHN Cares:
Compassion—We treat every person with dignity and fairness, embracing all and ensuring no one is alienated or discriminated against.
Accountability—We safeguard the confidentiality of our patients and staff and are transparent in reporting to stakeholders and the community.
Reverence—We answer a higher call to serve, uplift those in need, and create a community rooted in mutual respect and shared humanity.
Excellence—We are committed to continuous learning and professional development, ensuring the delivery of culturally responsive, high-quality care.
Stewardship—We responsibly manage our resources to benefit both the organization and the community we serve.
We offer comprehensive primary care, dental services, and behavioral health support to our patients, ensuring that every individual receives the quality care they deserve, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Our mission is clear: To deliver effective, accessible, and culturally responsive care, education, and advocacy that promote health and quality of life.
Discover a place where your work makes a difference. Discover Capital Area Health Network.
JOB SUMMARY
Compassion—We treat every person with dignity and fairness, embracing all and ensuring no one is alienated or discriminated against.
Accountability—We safeguard the confidentiality of our patients and staff and are transparent in reporting to stakeholders and the community.
Reverence—We answer a higher call to serve, uplift those in need, and create a community rooted in mutual respect and shared humanity.
Excellence—We are committed to continuous learning and professional development, ensuring the delivery of culturally responsive, high-quality care.
Stewardship—We responsibly manage our resources to benefit both the organization and the community we serve.
We offer comprehensive primary care, dental services, and behavioral health support to our patients, ensuring that every individual receives the quality care they deserve, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Our mission is clear: To deliver effective, accessible, and culturally responsive care, education, and advocacy that promote health and quality of life.
Discover a place where your work makes a difference. Discover Capital Area Health Network.
JOB SUMMARY
The Dentist is responsible for delivering high-quality, comprehensive, and appropriate dental care and services to patients. This role also includes providing supervision to assigned Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists. The Dentist is expected to uphold and promote the mission and vision of the organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Directly affect improvements in patients' well-being through accurate, timely diagnosis and delivery of high-quality dental treatment. Ensure the delivery of competent, accurate dental care and treatment to all patients.
- Provide leadership and direction to dental hygienists and support staff. Have a positive effect on overall clinic results. Meet or exceed all measurable standards of care, including overall clinical, quality, and productivity goals.
- Ensure accuracy, efficiency, and appropriate confidentiality with patient charting and related recordkeeping/administrative functions.
- Ensure the delivery of all dental treatment and care is consistent with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards, including clinic policies and quality initiatives.
- Understand and ensure all practices and procedures related to the delivery of dental services are consistent with contracted protocols and procedures.
- Develop and ensure favorable relationships with all patients and their families. Ensure all patient services are delivered in a caring and professional manner.
- Develop and ensure favorable relationships with vendors, contractors, and payor sources.
- Develop and ensure ongoing, positive relationships and collaboration with other dentists and dental staff members. Ensure the success of each clinic operation through collaborative support and working relationships with all clinic operations staff.
- Ensure all actions, job performance, personal conduct, and communications represent the organization in a highly professional manner at all times.
- Uphold and ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures as well as the overall mission and values of the organization.
- Provide routine and emergency dental services, including diagnosis and treatment plans, general restorative procedures, crown and bridge construction, removable prosthetics, uncomplicated endodontics, and oral surgery.
- Prescribe and interpret radiographs with documentation.
- Safely administer appropriate types and doses of anesthetics and prescribe medications.
- Refer patients for specialty care to other clinic programs or outside agencies as appropriate. Follow up with referrals for continuity of care.
- Supervise Dental Hygienist(s) and support staff.
- Conduct follow-up patient care.
- Provide dental and oral health education to patients and families.
- Assist in reviewing clinic productivity, chart audits, scheduling procedures, and establishing guidelines for care and treatment.
- Teach and train patients and staff on illness prevention.
- Actively participate in community dental programs and outreach.
- Assist with in-service and ongoing training of clinic staff.
- Build relationships and foster a high level of customer service.
- Manage difficult clients and patients, demonstrating interpersonal savvy and influence skills.
- Exercise professional judgment in the performance of services provided consistent with the organization’s policies and the standards of the dental profession.
- Demonstrate a high degree of knowledge and competency in the practice of dentistry and associated charting requirements.
- Perform assigned dental tasks using a high level of skill and ability.
- Utilize computers for data entry and information retrieval with proficiency.
- Utilize and monitor the effectiveness and efficiency of all equipment and supplies used in the delivery of services.
- Communicate frequently with others in verbal and written communication.
- Implement and evaluate operational and administrative processes.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
- Current, valid license to practice dentistry in the state where providing care (license must be in good standing).
- Other certifications as required by the state included DEA, CPR, etc.
- Demonstrated expertise in relevant dental practices, protocols, trends, and best practices in clinical areas assigned.
- Demonstrated knowledge and success in effecting overall clinical operations.
- Experience/Knowledge of JCAHO accreditation process and requirements, as well as all federal, state, and local regulations and standards associated with the delivery of care in a community health center environment.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and emergencies successfully
- Proficiency in knowledge of office management, use of computers, software packages, and office machines.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- D.D.S. or D.M.D. from an accredited educational institution. The program must be accredited by the American Dental Association’s Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)
BENEFITS
Your Benefits at Capital Area Health Network (CAHN):
We value our team, and it shows in our benefits. As a CAHN employee, you’ll enjoy:
Health Coverage
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Secondary Gap Insurance
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Supplemental Policies through Colonial Life
Financial Security
- Provider sign-on bonus
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Secondary Gap Insurance
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Short-Term Disability
- Employer Paid Life and AD&D
- 401K w/ Employer Match of 100% up to 3%
- Supplement Policies through Colonial Life
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO) - 20 Days
- Continuing Education up to $1,500.00 annually
- Loan Repayment through NHSC
- Relocation assistance not to exceed $2,500.00
Work-Life Balance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrued as of Day 1
- Self-Care Floating Holidays
- 8.5 Paid Holidays
Additional Support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
We’re committed to supporting your well-being, at work and beyond.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the employee must be able to perform each essential function, as well as meet the physical and mental requirements, satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
DISCLAIMER
This position carries a high risk of exposure to infectious agents, including HIV, hepatitis, and TB. The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodations. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions, as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.