Dentist

Community Action Partnerships of Western Nebraska (CAPWN) is a non-profit community-based health and human services organization that serves low-income, disadvantaged and those unable to meet their needs through other sources. The agency was established in 1965 and provides services to over 9,000 individuals, children and families in three main areas:

• Community Health Services: WIC, Commodity Supplemental Food, Foster Grandparents, Migrant Seasonal Head Start, and Child Development Center.
• Clinical Health Services: Primary Care, Reproductive Health, Diabetes Management, Immunizations, Migrant Health, Ryan White HIV; Behavioral Health including Counseling Services, Medication Management, Medication Assisted Treatment and Substance Use Counseling and Intensive Outpatient Services and Dental Services.
• Supportive Health Services: Family Stabilization, a Teen Outreach Program, SOAR, Youth Leadership Program, Youth Shelter and Housing Assistance Programs.

• Integrity We treat all people with dignity and respect.
• Compassion We believe working compassionately with people enriches all.
• Inclusion We are inclusive and advocate for diversity.
• Collaboration We believe working in partnerships strengthens communities; we seek mutually beneficial partnerships that advance a common mission.
• Innovation We embrace opportunities to learn, grow and make wise choices.

1. Provide direct oral health care as appropriate at CAPWN Health Center Dental Clinic as well as in outreach locations including nursing homes, hospitals, schools and local communities. Oral health care exams, diagnosis, treatment plans will be done in order to provide, as appropriate, oral surgery, root canal therapy, restorative care, fixed and removable prosthodontics and pediatric dentistry.
2. Establish and follow goals, objectives and standards for the dental clinic.
3. Ensure all documentation in electronic dental record accurately reflects assessment done and prescribed treatment and referrals; records will record and justify oral health care and plan of care in accordance with agency policies.
4. Participate in CAPWN Health Center Dental Clinic staff activities to develop, execute and periodically review the clinical management policies, procedures and protocols to ensure effective and efficient delivery of care.
5. In coordination with CAPWN Health Center s Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement initiative, assist in quality assurance efforts and participate in performance management improvement activities as assigned.
6. Participate in peer reviews and constructively work toward improving patient outcomes using evidenced based guidelines.
7. Assist the dental director and other staff in revision and implementation of practice principles, clinical protocols and the oral healthcare plan.
8. Comply with all billing procedures and policies and participate in the actions required to obtain reimbursement for all services rendered.
9. Complete all documentation and associated supporting evidence for addition to the dental health record.
10. As needed, supervise and educate dental students working at CAPWN Health Center s dental clinic.
11. Serve as a role model for effective teamwork among staff and actively work to maintain positive morale and attitude.
12. Serve as a resource person for CAPWN Health Center staff regarding oral health patient care issues.
13. Maintain cooperative relationships with community and area dentists and specialists to ensure continuity of care for those patients referred for care.
14. Ensure the safety of patients and staff in all action of the dental clinic.
15. Maintain current Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation certification (CPR).
16. As a CAPWN team member, dedicate your energy to providing high quality, value-added customer service and care to our clients. Embrace the CAPWN Code of Conduct, practicing integrity, strong communication and respect for leaders and peers. Engage with the team and commit to improving and nurturing the health and well-being of the Western Nebraska Communities we serve.
17. Perform other duties as assigned.

• Well-lit, temperature-controlled clinical setting, with standard dental and office equipment available.
• Work requires meeting tight deadlines.
• The noise level in the work environment is above average.

• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, squat, walk and pull drawers.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate office and medical equipment.
• Must regularly talk, hear and have close vision ability to record and communicate appropriate documents and records.
• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.

1. DDS from an approved Dental school;
2. Valid dental license or locums license to practice in the state of Nebraska;
3. Current DEA license;
4. A thorough knowledge of oral health promotion and disease prevention strategies;
5. Ability to work as a team member to establish effective relationships with colleagues, patients and staff is essential;
6. Experience in working with underserved populations.