Dentist at Elevated Community Health

Frisco, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Apr, 26

Salary

179000.0

Posted On

18 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Dentistry, Patient Care, Oral Hygiene, Communication, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Digital Systems Proficiency, Clinical Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Training, Education, Quality Assurance, Bilingual Proficiency

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Main Clinic (Medical, Dental, Behavorial Health) - FRISCO, CO 80443 Salary Range: $170,000.00 - $179,000.00 Salary Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Dental Director and the QI Dental Coordinator, the Dentist is responsible for administering, maintaining, and expanding a program of primary (and, in selected cases, secondary) and preventive dental care in a community health center setting. The Dentist works closely with the QI Dental Coordinator to provide consistent supervisory guidance to dental staff, especially in clinical matters. The Dentist is responsible for diagnosing and treating oral health conditions, performing preventive and restorative dental procedures, and educating patients on proper oral hygiene. They examine patients' teeth and gums, interpret diagnostic tests, and develop treatment plans to maintain or improve dental health. Additional responsibilities include performing extractions, fillings, crowns, and root canals, as well as supervising and training dental assistants. Strong communication and patient care skills are essential to ensure a high standard of care. This role aligns with the principles of Access, Stewardship, and Quality (ASQ) to deliver comprehensive and patient-centered care. The Dentist will ensure accessible services for all patients, promote responsible resource management, and champion high-quality, evidence-based care that prioritizes patient well-being and long-term oral health. Why Join Us? Live, work, and play in 'Colorado's Playground'! Summit County offers four world-class ski resorts, with Vail Resort just 45 minutes away. With rivers, lakes, hiking, and mountain biking trails, it's a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Year-round activities include skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hiking, mountain biking, rafting, fishing, and boating. Music, art, cultural, and social events are plentiful. The communities include Frisco, Breckenridge, Dillon, and Silverthorne, with ski resorts like Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone, and Arapahoe Basin. This is your dream job location! Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a nationally recognized Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing integrated medical, dental, and behavioral health services in a collaborative team-based model of care. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a flexible schedule supporting professional growth and outdoor adventure. Competitive compensation: Attractive salary, benefits, and bonus potential. Loan Repayment Opportunities: We offer loan repayment assistance for qualifying candidates. Growth Opportunities: We're committed to helping you grow professionally through continued education and development. Comprehensive Benefits: Insured group health, dental, and vision plans. 401 (k) retirement plan with employer match. Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability plans. Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, one floating holiday, and sick pay. Free access to confidential resources through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Additional voluntary benefits include accident insurance, critical illness insurance, short-term disability insurance, and group pet insurance. Lifestyle Spending Account for full-time employees. Fringe benefits like a shared ski medallion, discounted Rec Center membership, and more. Essential Functions: Perform quality clinical and radiographic evaluations to diagnose and treat oral cavity diseases. Promote oral health by providing educational information on all phases of preventive and restorative dentistry and oral hygiene. Provide preventive and restorative dental treatment. Review and follow all dental clinic protocols, policies, and procedures. Document and follow treatment plans that include appropriate preventive and restorative therapy. Manage medical and dental history to comprehensively evaluate the patient’s general health. Address all treatment contraindications and identify the patient's chief complaint or reason for the visit. Maintain baseline and other radiographs necessary to diagnose and outline a treatment plan. Maintain necessary credentialing, licensure, and continuing education requirements. Develop treatment plans for School-Based Health Center visits. Help train dental assistants in the Dental Assistant Training Program. Perform other duties as assigned. Additional Requirements: Grants are vital to ECH revenues and directly or indirectly support all positions. This role may have responsibilities that are closely associated with grant deliverables. Grants and grant responsibilities may change over Time. Complete all the required training as designated by HR and the position supervisor. Oversight of projects and tasks assigned by the COO and Dental Director. Adhere to all organization policies and those outlined in the ECH Employee Handbook. Comply with all ECH Vaccine Mandates. Willingness to travel and work at other ECH locations as determined by the supervisor. Comply with all applicable Credentialing and Privileging requirements in a timely manner. Embrace the ECH Mission and Vision and agree to work within the ECH Guiding Principles and the principles set by the position supervisor. Must participate in quality assurance/ improvement activities when applicable. Qualifications Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Education/Experience: Must-Haves to be successful: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited program. Unrestricted DEA license. Active Colorado dental license. Current CPR certification. Experience in a healthcare setting, preferably within a non-profit organization. Proficiency in digital systems, including Microsoft Office Suite. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management abilities. Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across all levels, including core business partners and staff, while ensuring clear patient communication. Skilled in facilitating meetings and driving action-oriented outcomes. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess situations, interpret data, and make evidence-based decisions. Nice to Have: Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. 2-5 years of clinical experience as a practicing Dentist. Work Environment: The work environment in a healthcare setting can be fast-paced and involves working directly with patients and healthcare professionals. The environment is primarily a clinical setting, but the individual may also work in a clerical setting. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Physical Demands: An employee must meet the physical demands described here to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Below are the minimal knowledge/physical requirements of this position. Below are the minimal knowledge/physical requirements of this position. Knowledge Occasionally Frequently Constantly Reading, speaking, and writing English X Communications Skills X Computers X Physical Walking X Bending X Standing X Sitting X Driving X Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance X Stretching/Reaching X Distinguish smell/temperature X Hearing/Seeing X Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases X Exposure to hazardous material X Climbing X Hand/finger dexterity X Stooping (bend at the waist) X Sensory Activities Talking in person X Talking on the telephone X Hearing in person X Hearing on the telephone X Vision for close work X Other (specify) X

Responsibilities

The Dentist is responsible for diagnosing and treating oral health conditions, performing preventive and restorative dental procedures, and educating patients on proper oral hygiene. They will also supervise and train dental assistants while ensuring high standards of patient care.