Clinical Dental Specialist - Part Time - Onsite,In Person Interview

***In Person Interview*** Very long term project; expect to go for 4+ years ***W2 or c2c ***Onsite***Part Time***

Job Description:

Dentist Scope of Work for client

Focus on age-related dental issues, managing conditions like Alzheimer''s, and treating patients onsite at client'' Home 1-2 days a week (up to 8 hours total).

Clinical Assessment and Planning

• Conduct initial oral assessments and interpreting portable radiographs
• Design daily mouth care plans and oversee fluoride applications or cleanings
• Assess resident oral health using standardized nursing facility assessment tools to maintain regulatory compliance

Treatment Services

• Perform fillings and treat periodontal disease
• Extract loose or decaying teeth
• Repair or reline dentures

Medication and Coordination

• Prescribe necessary antibiotics or analgesics
• Coordinate with the facility''s medical staff regarding polypharmacy (managing dry mouth and side effects of resident medications)

Staff Education

• Educate nursing and caregiving staff on how to safely and effectively provide daily oral hygiene for residents with cognitive or physical decline

Skills/Requirements

• Current unrestricted state of Indiana dental license. Required
• Proficiency in general dentistry: exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, dentures, and crowns Required 2 Years
• Experience with geriatric dental care and age-related oral health conditions (dry mouth, root caries, periodontal disease) Required 2 Years
• Experience complying with CDC & OSHA infection control standards including strict protocols for PPE, handwashing & disposal of single use items. Required 2 Years
• Must meet OSHA, HIPAA, CMS, ISDH and VA guidelines. Required 2 Years
• Current CPR certification Required
• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited institution Required
• Familiarity with dental implants and prosthodontics preferred Desired
• Prior experience in a VA, military, or federally qualified health center (FQHC) setting
• Experience with sedation dentistry or patients with physical/cognitive disabilities.