Dentist - Salem, OR- LOCUM PER DIEM TRAVELING DENTIST

Company: DentaQuest
Location: Salem
Posted on: January 15, 2020

Job Description:

Advantage Dental is an equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.





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Dentist - Salem, OR- LOCUM PER DIEM TRAVELING DENTIST






Job Code:
2019:ADG-051


Location:
Salem, OR - Edgewater


FT/PT Status:
Full Time


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At Advantage Dental, we are constantly looking for talented individuals who can deliver the mission driven service our company requires. We are one of the largest Dental Care Organizations in Oregon with over 50 clinics throughout the state. We are headquartered in beautiful Redmond, Oregon in the heart of Central Oregon.--



If you are highly self-motivated, professional, and capable of managing your work load and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced--clinic environment, we have an excellent opportunity for you to join a growing company with competitive compensation and benefits.--



We are currently looking for a full-time traveling-- Dental Provider to join our team!



*MUST BE WILLING TO TRAVEL TO ALL PRACTICES IN MARION/POLK AND LINN COUNTIES*






Job Responsibilities:



This position is responsible for providing care and maintenance for the general health of patients' oral cavity and dentition.-- Diagnose and treat health problems affecting the mouth and teeth, provide counseling on oral hygiene, and keep detailed accurate patient files.



Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



1.-- Examine teeth, gums and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, and other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities.

2.-- Formulate plan of treatment for patient's teeth and mouth tissue.

3.-- Advise and instruct patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, and oral health care services.

4.-- Administer anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during procedures.

5.-- Prescribe medications as necessary.

6.-- Carefully document diagnoses, treatment plans, consultations and medications.

7.-- Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.



Exposure to Elemental Factors

• Occasionally (25%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.
  
• Rarely (10%): Marked changes in temperature; excessive noise; dust, vibration, uneven surfaces.
  
• Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category - Risk for Exposure to BBP.
  
• Risk of exposure to infectious disease during all patient contacts.
  
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals or substances.
  
• Personal Protective Equipment Required: gloves, scrubs/gown, mask, eye protection. Must be able to wear appropriate PPE required to perform the job safely.
  
  --Physical Demands:
  
  
• Continually (75% or more): Sitting; keyboard operation; use of clear and audible speaking voice; ability to hear normal speech level in person and over telephone.
  
• Frequently (50%): Standing and walking; grasping/squeezing; lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds.
  
• Occasionally (25%): Bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching overhead; lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds.
  
• Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs, climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area); crawling; operation of a motor vehicle.
  
  Travel:
  
  Travel is not a regular duty of this position, but may be required from time to time. --
  
  
  
  Job Qualifications:
  
  
  

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  DDS or DMD required
  
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  Current license and credentials to practice dentistry in the state of Oregon
  
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  Valid malpractice liability insurance
  
• Current DEA registration----
  
  
  
  Other Job Information (if applicable):
  
  
  
  We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), and disability.
  
  
  
  If this sounds like you, apply today!
  
  
  
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