Petaluma Health Center is an eleven-time award winner in the North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work and were named as one of the Healthiest Companies in the North Bay Business Journal for the last 5 consecutive years. Our mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County and West Marin. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered care while maintaining an engaging environment for our staff.
Petaluma Health Center has a HPSA score of 20!
Watch this video to learn more about working at Petaluma Health Center: https://vimeo.com/147372888
Summary: The Physician Assistant will work at the top of their licensure and as part of a team of health care professionals to provide quality primary medical care in a compassionate and caring environment; provide health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment in accordance with Petaluma Health Center’s standardized clinical procedures, policies, protocols, and guidelines under the supervision of a physician supervisor; work as an integral part of the clinical staff by participating in Medical Staff and PA/NP meetings as well as other projects and committees of Petaluma Health Center; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to after-hours call, weekend clinics, and assignment to outside locations within PHC federal scope such as school based clinics.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients , and evaluate and treat patients within the usual and customary scope of licensure, practice policies and guidelines, and national certification
- 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 PHC
- Become an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of PHC
- Maintain credentials by keeping all required licenses current, including but not limited to California Medical License, DEA licenses, CME hours, CPR Certifications and any other required licenses. It is the responsibility of the nurse practitioner to give Human Resources current credentials before old credentials expire
- Willingly perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned
- Support and contribute to clinic efforts to maintain and improve patient satisfaction in all aspects of health delivery in a positive manner
- Work at maximum potential to meet productivity requirements in order to improve patient access and fiscal viability while maintaining quality medical care
- Meet all time commitments by arriving on time to the clinic and working an entire shift or more as needed
- Abide by all Joint Commission Ambulatory Care requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
Petaluma Health Center is an eleven-time award winner in the North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work and were named as one of the Healthiest Companies in the North Bay Business Journal for the last 5 consecutive years. Our mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County and West Marin. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered care while maintaining an engaging environment for our staff.
Petaluma Health Center has a HPSA score of 20!
Watch this video to learn more about working at Petaluma Health Center: https://vimeo.com/147372888
Summary: The Physician Assistant will work at the top of their licensure and as part of a team of health care professionals to provide quality primary medical care in a compassionate and caring environment; provide health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment in accordance with Petaluma Health Center’s standardized clinical procedures, policies, protocols, and guidelines under the supervision of a physician supervisor; work as an integral part of the clinical staff by participating in Medical Staff and PA/NP meetings as well as other projects and committees of Petaluma Health Center; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to after-hours call, weekend clinics, and assignment to outside locations within PHC federal scope such as school based clinics.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients , and evaluate and treat patients within the usual and customary scope of licensure, practice policies and guidelines, and national certification
- 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 PHC
- Become an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of PHC
- Maintain credentials by keeping all required licenses current, including but not limited to California Medical License, DEA licenses, CME hours, CPR Certifications and any other required licenses. It is the responsibility of the nurse practitioner to give Human Resources current credentials before old credentials expire
- Willingly perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned
- Support and contribute to clinic efforts to maintain and improve patient satisfaction in all aspects of health delivery in a positive manner
- Work at maximum potential to meet productivity requirements in order to improve patient access and fiscal viability while maintaining quality medical care
- Meet all time commitments by arriving on time to the clinic and working an entire shift or more as needed
- Abide by all Joint Commission Ambulatory Care requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
Petaluma Health Center is an eleven-time award winner in the North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work and were named as one of the Healthiest Companies in the North Bay Business Journal for the last 5 consecutive years. Our mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County and West Marin. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered care while maintaining an engaging environment for our staff.
Petaluma Health Center has a HPSA score of 20!
Watch this video to learn more about working at Petaluma Health Center: https://vimeo.com/147372888
Summary: The Physician Assistant will work at the top of their licensure and as part of a team of health care professionals to provide quality primary medical care in a compassionate and caring environment; provide health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment in accordance with Petaluma Health Center’s standardized clinical procedures, policies, protocols, and guidelines under the supervision of a physician supervisor; work as an integral part of the clinical staff by participating in Medical Staff and PA/NP meetings as well as other projects and committees of Petaluma Health Center; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to after-hours call, weekend clinics, and assignment to outside locations within PHC federal scope such as school based clinics.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients , and evaluate and treat patients within the usual and customary scope of licensure, practice policies and guidelines, and national certification
- 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 PHC
- Become an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of PHC
- Maintain credentials by keeping all required licenses current, including but not limited to California Medical License, DEA licenses, CME hours, CPR Certifications and any other required licenses. It is the responsibility of the nurse practitioner to give Human Resources current credentials before old credentials expire
- Willingly perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned
- Support and contribute to clinic efforts to maintain and improve patient satisfaction in all aspects of health delivery in a positive manner
- Work at maximum potential to meet productivity requirements in order to improve patient access and fiscal viability while maintaining quality medical care
- Meet all time commitments by arriving on time to the clinic and working an entire shift or more as needed
- Abide by all Joint Commission Ambulatory Care requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
Petaluma Health Center’s mission is to provide high quality health care, with access for all, in Sonoma County and West Marin County. The Center accomplishes this mission through collaborative, innovative programs, services and referral resources that meet the economic needs of the entire community.
We are nationally recognized for our quality improvement initiatives and the provision of excellent, innovative patient care with superb outcomes. We focus on prevention and care for the whole person by integration with our co-located medical department. We utilize a robust care team model and our patients are happy and engaged in their care. We have state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. We pride ourselves on utilizing the most current dental techniques and materials.
Job Description:
Summary: The Staff Dentist performs evaluation, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases, injuries and malformations of teeth, periodontal tissues and other related oral structures and their impact on the body. The Staff Dentist performs general dental hygiene and periodontal treatment, and provides patients with dental education. In addition, our Staff Dentists perform dental restorations, crowns, bridges, implant supported restorations and dentures; root canal therapy and oral surgery procedures; pediatric dentistry and orthodontic treatment according to their level of training and expertise and within the scope of the clinic’s practice. A Staff Dentist manages the care of patients and provides necessary referrals with prompt follow up. He/she will supervise and guide dental auxiliaries and front office staff with performing their duties, while working as a team to provide excellent care to our patients.
Areas of Responsibility:
Patient Care:
- Provides and manages patient care
- Delivers high quality of care in basic and advanced dental services in all phases of dentistry to patients of all ages
- Diagnoses and treats patients to achieve excellent results within estimated treatment time with maximum attention to patient comfort
- Delivers treatment plans to patients along with an informed consent discussion surrounding treatment options, risks, benefits and alternatives
- Makes appropriate referrals and communicates with specialists
- Provides patient education materials
- Possesses excellent people skills, particularly a caring attitude toward patients and staff
- Follows a comprehensive program of preventive dentistry
- Creates treatment plans and prioritizes treatment based on medical necessity and quadrant dentistry
Supervision:
- Manages immediate staff such as assistants and patient care coordinator
- Ensures correct coding and accurate patient records according to clinic protocol
- Monitors patient scheduling to ensure efficiency and effectiveness through “perfect day scheduling”. Supports PCCs with scheduling and patient panel management
- Able to lead and supervise the work of others
- Shares information obtained in seminars and educational resources
- Performs performance evaluations annually for the RDAs and PCCs they work with
Administration:
- Maintains thorough, accurate, timely and up-to-date patient records
- Responsible of documenting visit details to facilitate billing and to demonstrate medical necessity and quality of care
Compliance:
- Follows established protocols, policies and procedures
- Follows Standards of Care, Quality Assurance & Improvement Program and works collaboratively to achieve clinic goals
- Complies with all applicable State and Federal regulations, including but not limited to, Dental Board of California (DBCA), OSHA, CalOSHA and infection control guidelines
- Ensures patient confidentiality consistent with state and federal law
Other Duties:
- Understands the overall practice mission and works collaboratively to achieve long term and short term goals for the clinic
- Understands practice scope consistent with the mission and values of the clinic
- Attends and participates actively in required meetings, trainings and functions
- Maintains a positive relationship with practitioners in the community
- Works with the IT department and Dentrix, Guru and Dexis Support
- Communicates with dental laboratories and other outside vendors
- Actively contributes to the achievement of the triple aim goals and company strategic goals
- Supports the department with achieving budget goals and is cost conscious when requesting materials, supplies and equipment
- Performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve clinic goals and objectives, as directed by the Chief Dental Officer
Petaluma Health Center is an eleven-time award winner in the North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work and were named as one of the Healthiest Companies in the North Bay Business Journal for the last 5 consecutive years. Our mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County and West Marin. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered care while maintaining an engaging environment for our staff.
Petaluma Health Center has a HPSA score of 20!
Watch this video to learn more about working at Petaluma Health Center: https://vimeo.com/147372888
Summary: The Physician Assistant will work at the top of their licensure and as part of a team of health care professionals to provide quality primary medical care in a compassionate and caring environment; provide health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment in accordance with Petaluma Health Center’s standardized clinical procedures, policies, protocols, and guidelines under the supervision of a physician supervisor; work as an integral part of the clinical staff by participating in Medical Staff and PA/NP meetings as well as other projects and committees of Petaluma Health Center; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to after-hours call, weekend clinics, and assignment to outside locations within PHC federal scope such as school based clinics.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients , and evaluate and treat patients within the usual and customary scope of licensure, practice policies and guidelines, and national certification
- 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 PHC
- Become an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of PHC
- Maintain credentials by keeping all required licenses current, including but not limited to California Medical License, DEA licenses, CME hours, CPR Certifications and any other required licenses. It is the responsibility of the nurse practitioner to give Human Resources current credentials before old credentials expire
- Willingly perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned
- Support and contribute to clinic efforts to maintain and improve patient satisfaction in all aspects of health delivery in a positive manner
- Work at maximum potential to meet productivity requirements in order to improve patient access and fiscal viability while maintaining quality medical care
- Meet all time commitments by arriving on time to the clinic and working an entire shift or more as needed
- Abide by all Joint Commission Ambulatory Care requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
Petaluma Health Center is an eleven-time award winner in the North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work and were named as one of the Healthiest Companies in the North Bay Business Journal for the last 5 consecutive years. Our mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County and West Marin. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered care while maintaining an engaging environment for our staff.
Petaluma Health Center has a HPSA score of 20!
Watch this video to learn more about working at Petaluma Health Center: https://vimeo.com/147372888
Summary: The Nurse Practitioner will work at the top of their licensure and as part of a team of health care professionals to provide quality primary medical care in a compassionate and caring environment; provide health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment in accordance with Petaluma Health Center’s standardized clinical procedures, policies, protocols, and guidelines under the supervision of a physician supervisor; work as an integral part of the clinical staff by participating in Medical Staff and PA/NP meetings as well as other projects and committees of Petaluma Health Center; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to after-hours call, weekend clinics, and assignment to outside locations within PHC federal scope such as school based clinics.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients , and evaluate and treat patients within the usual and customary scope of licensure, practice policies and guidelines, and national certification
- 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 PHC
- Become an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of PHC
- Maintain credentials by keeping all required licenses current, including but not limited to California Medical License, DEA licenses, CME hours, CPR Certifications and any other required licenses. It is the responsibility of the nurse practitioner to give Human Resources current credentials before old credentials expire
- Willingly perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned
- Support and contribute to clinic efforts to maintain and improve patient satisfaction in all aspects of health delivery in a positive manner
- Work at maximum potential to meet productivity requirements in order to improve patient access and fiscal viability while maintaining quality medical care
- Meet all time commitments by arriving on time to the clinic and working an entire shift or more as needed
- Abide by all Joint Commission Ambulatory Care requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
Petaluma Health Center is an eleven-time award winner in the North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work and were named as one of the Healthiest Companies in the North Bay Business Journal for the last 5 consecutive years. Our mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County and West Marin. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered care while maintaining an engaging environment for our staff.
Petaluma Health Center has a HPSA score of 20!
Watch this video to learn more about working at Petaluma Health Center: https://vimeo.com/147372888
Summary: The Physician Assistant will work at the top of their licensure and as part of a team of health care professionals to provide quality primary medical care in a compassionate and caring environment; provide health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment in accordance with Petaluma Health Center’s standardized clinical procedures, policies, protocols, and guidelines under the supervision of a physician supervisor; work as an integral part of the clinical staff by participating in Medical Staff and PA/NP meetings as well as other projects and committees of Petaluma Health Center; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to after-hours call, weekend clinics, and assignment to outside locations within PHC federal scope such as school based clinics.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients , and evaluate and treat patients within the usual and customary scope of licensure, practice policies and guidelines, and national certification
- 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 PHC
- Become an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of PHC
- Maintain credentials by keeping all required licenses current, including but not limited to California Medical License, DEA licenses, CME hours, CPR Certifications and any other required licenses. It is the responsibility of the nurse practitioner to give Human Resources current credentials before old credentials expire
- Willingly perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned
- Support and contribute to clinic efforts to maintain and improve patient satisfaction in all aspects of health delivery in a positive manner
- Work at maximum potential to meet productivity requirements in order to improve patient access and fiscal viability while maintaining quality medical care
- Meet all time commitments by arriving on time to the clinic and working an entire shift or more as needed
- Abide by all Joint Commission Ambulatory Care requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
Petaluma Health Center is an eleven-time award winner in the North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work and were named as one of the Healthiest Companies in the North Bay Business Journal for the last 5 consecutive years. Our mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County and West Marin. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered care while maintaining an engaging environment for our staff.
Petaluma Health Center has a HPSA score of 20!
Watch this video to learn more about working at Petaluma Health Center: https://vimeo.com/147372888
Summary: The Physician Assistant will work at the top of their licensure and as part of a team of health care professionals to provide quality primary medical care in a compassionate and caring environment; provide health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment in accordance with Petaluma Health Center’s standardized clinical procedures, policies, protocols, and guidelines under the supervision of a physician supervisor; work as an integral part of the clinical staff by participating in Medical Staff and PA/NP meetings as well as other projects and committees of Petaluma Health Center; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to after-hours call, weekend clinics, and assignment to outside locations within PHC federal scope such as school based clinics.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients , and evaluate and treat patients within the usual and customary scope of licensure, practice policies and guidelines, and national certification
- 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 PHC
- Become an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of PHC
- Maintain credentials by keeping all required licenses current, including but not limited to California Medical License, DEA licenses, CME hours, CPR Certifications and any other required licenses. It is the responsibility of the nurse practitioner to give Human Resources current credentials before old credentials expire
- Willingly perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned
- Support and contribute to clinic efforts to maintain and improve patient satisfaction in all aspects of health delivery in a positive manner
- Work at maximum potential to meet productivity requirements in order to improve patient access and fiscal viability while maintaining quality medical care
- Meet all time commitments by arriving on time to the clinic and working an entire shift or more as needed
- Abide by all Joint Commission Ambulatory Care requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
Petaluma Health Center is an eleven-time award winner in the North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work and were named as one of the Healthiest Companies in the North Bay Business Journal for the last 5 consecutive years. Our mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County and West Marin. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered care while maintaining an engaging environment for our staff.
Petaluma Health Center has a HPSA score of 20!
Watch this video to learn more about working at Petaluma Health Center: https://vimeo.com/147372888
Summary: The Physician Assistant will work at the top of their licensure and as part of a team of health care professionals to provide quality primary medical care in a compassionate and caring environment; provide health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment in accordance with Petaluma Health Center’s standardized clinical procedures, policies, protocols, and guidelines under the supervision of a physician supervisor; work as an integral part of the clinical staff by participating in Medical Staff and PA/NP meetings as well as other projects and committees of Petaluma Health Center; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to after-hours call, weekend clinics, and assignment to outside locations within PHC federal scope such as school based clinics.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients , and evaluate and treat patients within the usual and customary scope of licensure, practice policies and guidelines, and national certification
- 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 PHC
- Become an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of PHC
- Maintain credentials by keeping all required licenses current, including but not limited to California Medical License, DEA licenses, CME hours, CPR Certifications and any other required licenses. It is the responsibility of the nurse practitioner to give Human Resources current credentials before old credentials expire
- Willingly perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned
- Support and contribute to clinic efforts to maintain and improve patient satisfaction in all aspects of health delivery in a positive manner
- Work at maximum potential to meet productivity requirements in order to improve patient access and fiscal viability while maintaining quality medical care
- Meet all time commitments by arriving on time to the clinic and working an entire shift or more as needed
- Abide by all Joint Commission Ambulatory Care requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
Petaluma Health Center’s mission is to provide high quality health care, with access for all, in Sonoma County and West Marin County. The Center accomplishes this mission through collaborative, innovative programs, services and referral resources that meet the economic needs of the entire community.
We are nationally recognized for our quality improvement initiatives and the provision of excellent, innovative patient care with superb outcomes. We focus on prevention and care for the whole person by integration with our co-located medical department. We utilize a robust care team model and our patients are happy and engaged in their care. We have state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. We pride ourselves on utilizing the most current dental techniques and materials.
Job Description:
Summary: The Staff Dentist performs evaluation, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases, injuries and malformations of teeth, periodontal tissues and other related oral structures and their impact on the body. The Staff Dentist performs general dental hygiene and periodontal treatment, and provides patients with dental education. In addition, our Staff Dentists perform dental restorations, crowns, bridges, implant supported restorations and dentures; root canal therapy and oral surgery procedures; pediatric dentistry and orthodontic treatment according to their level of training and expertise and within the scope of the clinic’s practice. A Staff Dentist manages the care of patients and provides necessary referrals with prompt follow up. He/she will supervise and guide dental auxiliaries and front office staff with performing their duties, while working as a team to provide excellent care to our patients.
Areas of Responsibility:
Patient Care:
- Provides and manages patient care
- Delivers high quality of care in basic and advanced dental services in all phases of dentistry to patients of all ages
- Diagnoses and treats patients to achieve excellent results within estimated treatment time with maximum attention to patient comfort
- Delivers treatment plans to patients along with an informed consent discussion surrounding treatment options, risks, benefits and alternatives
- Makes appropriate referrals and communicates with specialists
- Provides patient education materials
- Possesses excellent people skills, particularly a caring attitude toward patients and staff
- Follows a comprehensive program of preventive dentistry
- Creates treatment plans and prioritizes treatment based on medical necessity and quadrant dentistry
Supervision:
- Manages immediate staff such as assistants and patient care coordinator
- Ensures correct coding and accurate patient records according to clinic protocol
- Monitors patient scheduling to ensure efficiency and effectiveness through “perfect day scheduling”. Supports PCCs with scheduling and patient panel management
- Able to lead and supervise the work of others
- Shares information obtained in seminars and educational resources
- Performs performance evaluations annually for the RDAs and PCCs they work with
Administration:
- Maintains thorough, accurate, timely and up-to-date patient records
- Responsible of documenting visit details to facilitate billing and to demonstrate medical necessity and quality of care
Compliance:
- Follows established protocols, policies and procedures
- Follows Standards of Care, Quality Assurance & Improvement Program and works collaboratively to achieve clinic goals
- Complies with all applicable State and Federal regulations, including but not limited to, Dental Board of California (DBCA), OSHA, CalOSHA and infection control guidelines
- Ensures patient confidentiality consistent with state and federal law
Other Duties:
- Understands the overall practice mission and works collaboratively to achieve long term and short term goals for the clinic
- Understands practice scope consistent with the mission and values of the clinic
- Attends and participates actively in required meetings, trainings and functions
- Maintains a positive relationship with practitioners in the community
- Works with the IT department and Dentrix, Guru and Dexis Support
- Communicates with dental laboratories and other outside vendors
- Actively contributes to the achievement of the triple aim goals and company strategic goals
- Supports the department with achieving budget goals and is cost conscious when requesting materials, supplies and equipment
- Performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve clinic goals and objectives, as directed by the Chief Dental Officer
Petaluma Health Center is an eleven-time award winner in the North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work and were named as one of the Healthiest Companies in the North Bay Business Journal for the last 5 consecutive years. Our mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County and West Marin. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered care while maintaining an engaging environment for our staff.
Petaluma Health Center has a HPSA score of 20!
Watch this video to learn more about working at Petaluma Health Center: https://vimeo.com/147372888
Summary: The Physician Assistant will work at the top of their licensure and as part of a team of health care professionals to provide quality primary medical care in a compassionate and caring environment; provide health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment in accordance with Petaluma Health Center’s standardized clinical procedures, policies, protocols, and guidelines under the supervision of a physician supervisor; work as an integral part of the clinical staff by participating in Medical Staff and PA/NP meetings as well as other projects and committees of Petaluma Health Center; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to after-hours call, weekend clinics, and assignment to outside locations within PHC federal scope such as school based clinics.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients , and evaluate and treat patients within the usual and customary scope of licensure, practice policies and guidelines, and national certification
- 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 PHC
- Become an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of PHC
- Maintain credentials by keeping all required licenses current, including but not limited to California Medical License, DEA licenses, CME hours, CPR Certifications and any other required licenses. It is the responsibility of the nurse practitioner to give Human Resources current credentials before old credentials expire
- Willingly perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned
- Support and contribute to clinic efforts to maintain and improve patient satisfaction in all aspects of health delivery in a positive manner
- Work at maximum potential to meet productivity requirements in order to improve patient access and fiscal viability while maintaining quality medical care
- Meet all time commitments by arriving on time to the clinic and working an entire shift or more as needed
- Abide by all Joint Commission Ambulatory Care requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
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Summary: The Nurse Practitioner will work at the top of their licensure and as part of a team of health care professionals to provide quality primary medical care in a compassionate and caring environment; provide health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment in accordance with Petaluma Health Center’s standardized clinical procedures, policies, protocols, and guidelines under the supervision of a physician supervisor; work as an integral part of the clinical staff by participating in Medical Staff and PA/NP meetings as well as other projects and committees of Petaluma Health Center; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to after-hours call, weekend clinics, and assignment to outside locations within PHC federal scope such as school based clinics.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients , and evaluate and treat patients within the usual and customary scope of licensure, practice policies and guidelines, and national certification
- 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 PHC
- Become an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of PHC
- Maintain credentials by keeping all required licenses current, including but not limited to California Medical License, DEA licenses, CME hours, CPR Certifications and any other required licenses. It is the responsibility of the nurse practitioner to give Human Resources current credentials before old credentials expire
- Willingly perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned
- Support and contribute to clinic efforts to maintain and improve patient satisfaction in all aspects of health delivery in a positive manner
- Work at maximum potential to meet productivity requirements in order to improve patient access and fiscal viability while maintaining quality medical care
- Meet all time commitments by arriving on time to the clinic and working an entire shift or more as needed
- Abide by all Joint Commission Ambulatory Care requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.