Physician Assistant - Family Practice

Provides health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment measures under the supervision of the assigned physician supervisor. Works as an integral part of the clinician staff by participating in Medical Staff and PA/NP meetings as well as other projects and committees of Shasta Community Health Center.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients.
• Order pertinent diagnostics and implement appropriate therapy according to scope of practice guidelines.
• Obtain supervising physician's consultation when problems presented are outside scope of practice or when unfamiliar with a particular aspect of the patient's care according to the PA/NP Standardized Procedures.
• Communicate effectively with the patients while involved with their health care, including providing appropriate patient education while answering questions and in history taking.
• Demonstrate competent knowledge in delivering health care to patients through the peer review processes including chart review, by interactions with physician preceptors and by working collaboratively with support staff and all staff of SCHC.
• Become an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of SCHC.
• Willingly perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned.
• Responsible for maintaining current licenses to practice medicine. Copies are to be given to Human Resources.
• Responsible for providing proof of earned CME hours annually to Human Resources.
• Performs other duties within the scope of practice as assigned.

JOB SUMMARY: The Dentist examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To relieve dental pain and infection.

• To provide basic dental services.

• To maintain quality dental care equal to or greater than the private sector.

• Motivate the employees of the dental clinic, especially those involved in direct dental service delivery.

• To provide the dental procedures of prevention and restorative to include:

o Exam & x-rays

o Prophylaxis

o Sealants

o Scale and rootplane

o Extractions

o Alveoloplasty

o Minor surgery

o Biopsies

o Dentures

o Denture repairs and relines

o Fillings (composite and amalgam)

o Stayplates

o Stayplate and partial denture repairs and relines

o Cast crowns

o Stainless crowns

o Fixed bridges (as center allows)

o Partial dentures (as center allows)

o Root canal therapy (as center allows)

• Provide direct oversight to the Dental School Externs in the clinic and complete assessments as required.

• Provide direct oversight to the AEGD residents in the clinic and complete evaluations as required.

• Provide patient care on the HOPE van as requested.

• Provide direct oversight to the Shasta College Dental Hygiene program clinic as requested.

• Other duties or projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Knowledge of current dental principles.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

· Graduate from an accredited American Dental School.

· DDS or DMD degree.

PREFERRED Qualifications

· Two years’ experience as a dentist

· Dental community clinic setting experience.

General Agency Duties

· Foster an environment that promotes trust and cooperation among all staff of SCHC.

· Enforce clinic policies and procedures to ensure that the principles of SCHC are implemented.

· Maintain confidentiality of all patients, and employee information.

· Inform manager or supervisor of matters of general interest and problem areas as such are determined or discovered.

· Attend SCHC staff and organization meetings as requested.

Customer Service

· Participate in customer service related issues. Adhere to the following customer service values created by SCHC.

· We are committed to providing quality care and strive to continually improve.

· We strive to treat patients and each other with respect, courtesy and compassion.

· We believe that it is everyone's responsibility to identify problems, take ownership, and contribute to solutions.

· We promote teamwork and cooperation to create an environment that maximizes efficiency and satisfaction.

· We actively encourage open communication and mutual education.

Personal/Behavior

· Displays ability to develop rapport across a broad range of personalities.

· Displays cheerful demeanor and makes positive comments when on duty.

· Refrains from participation in harmful gossip, dysfunctional group interactions and divisive behavior.

· Displays courteous and professional behavior in all interactions with the public.

· Works cooperatively with other staff members.

· Displays flexibility in accepting, changing or carrying out assignments.

· Adheres to dress code expectations, including fragrance-free requirements.

· Displays sensitivity in a multicultural environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

· STANDING/WALKING: Up to 90% of the workday consists of stand/walking on tile and cement floors while performing Dentist duties.

· SITTING: Up to 90% of the workday may be spent sitting.

· LIFTING: Lifting may include up to 25 lbs. in moving equipment and push up to 100 pounds (on wheels).

· CARRYING: May include carrying objects weighing up to 10 lbs., this may include carrying charts and equipment.

· PUSHING/PULLING: Up to 5% of the day may require pushing or pulling equipment, drawers and carts.

· CLIMBING: No more than 1% of the time may include climbing one flight of stairs.

· STOOPING/KNEELING: Up to 5% of the work day is spent stooping or kneeling to open drawers and gathering equipment.

· BENDING/CROUCHING: Up to 25% of the work day may be spent in bending at the waist.

· REACHING/STRETCHING: Up to 3% of the time may require reaching or stretching.

· HAND/WRIST: Hand and wrist movement is required up to 90% of the workday; this may include moderate to intense strength.

· FINGERING: Up to 80% of the work day may involve fingering, this may include instrumenting with moderate to intense strength or typing in patient’s records and other documents.

· FEELING: Normal tactile feeling is required to perform all job duties, including taking pulses.

· TWISTING: Up to 50% of the day may be required in retrieving supplies, instruments, or equipment.

· RESPIRATORY: Ability to wear a respirator such as an N95 mask or higher protection such as a partial face or full face P95 when mandated.

· TALKING: Above average ability is required in communicating with patients, staff, and outside agencies.

· HEARING: Above average ability is required for the ability to clearly hear staff, student and patient comments.

· SEEING: Average ability is required to perform direct patient care. Above average ability is required to read and follow instructions and assisting clinical team.

Benefits

SCHC understands the importance of good health for every employee. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to ensure employees and their families receive the optimal in health care coverage, along with options to meet their needs.

• Competitive wages
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Supplemental Insurances
• Flexible spending account
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick
• Paid holidays
• Paid CME time and CME allowance
• Employee assistance program
• Jury duty pay
• Bereavement pay
• Prescription discount program
• 529 college savings plan
• Educational reimbursement program
• Gym membership discounts
• Free subscription based app for meditation and sleep
• Free telemedicine service for benefit eligible employees

o life insurance

o long-term disability,

o health/dental/vision coverage (with employee share of cost),

o 403(b) retirement plan with employer 5% match (match is vested 20% per year),

o malpractice liability coverage (relating to work at SCHC)

o Accrued sick leave at .034 hours per hour of work (can accumulate up to 96 hours) with discretionary cash out option at the end of each year,

o Accrued paid vacation days, 4.61 hours per pay period in year one (1) with yearly increases of one additional day capping at 20 days annually

o Paid holidays which are reviewed and determined annually, (approximately 9 per annum),

o  Paid CME time in accordance with SCHC CME policy