full-time 11 days ago
Dentist (Part-Time Weekends)
LAUKOA
229 Church Street, Tiptonville, TN, 38079
Competitive Compensation
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Job Title: Dentist (TN)
Position Summary:
LAUKOA is currently seeking applicants to fill our Exam and Treatment Dentist positions located throughout the state of Tennessee in support of medical readiness services for the Tennessee Army National Guard (TNARNG). Exams and treatment will be performed in mobile and portable settings at the client’s location of choice throughout Tennessee. Work is primarily on weekends, with some occasional weekdays, and all work is performed on a part-time, “as needed” basis. Providers will support Soldier dental readiness and deployability requirements through treatment planning, digital radiograph review, readiness documentation, and utilization of military dental readiness systems including MEDCHART DenClass, MODS, and eProfile. LAUKOA provides dental and health readiness services to help maintain a deployable military force for the TNARNG.
LOCATION: Various throughout Tennessee
HOURLY WAGE: Available upon request
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Complete examinations/screenings and ensure accurate charting on military forms
Complete comprehensive dental treatment to include restorative, endodontic, and/or oral surgery procedures in a non-traditional setting.
Strong endodontic skills to include molar RCTs
Strong OS skills to include 3rd molar extractions
Document findings/completed treatments on military forms and properly classify soldiers
Work collaboratively with event team
Safeguard all soldiers’ information
Ensures all actions comply with HIPAA and other appropriate federal/state laws and regulations
QUALIFICATIONS:
Active Tennessee dental license, with no restrictions
Current and active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number is preferred
CPR/BLS certification
Professional liability/malpractice insurance policy
Have a valid US driver’s license
Ability to work in mobile, portable, and field-based dental treatment environments.
Basic computer knowledge and skills
Utilization of universal precautions for patient care
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes quickly
Experience working in a military setting and working knowledge of the regulations and policies that apply to Dental Readiness Classification (DRC) and deployment is preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Occasionally required to stand, walk and bend
Continually required to sit
Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
Continually required to talk and hear
LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.
LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.
Job Title: Dentist (TN)
Position Summary:
LAUKOA is currently seeking applicants to fill our Exam and Treatment Dentist positions located throughout the state of Tennessee in support of medical readiness services for the Tennessee Army National Guard (TNARNG). Exams and treatment will be performed in mobile and portable settings at the client’s location of choice throughout Tennessee. Work is primarily on weekends, with some occasional weekdays, and all work is performed on a part-time, “as needed” basis. Providers will support Soldier dental readiness and deployability requirements through treatment planning, digital radiograph review, readiness documentation, and utilization of military dental readiness systems including MEDCHART DenClass, MODS, and eProfile. LAUKOA provides dental and health readiness services to help maintain a deployable military force for the TNARNG.
LOCATION: Various throughout Tennessee
HOURLY WAGE: Available upon request
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Complete examinations/screenings and ensure accurate charting on military forms
Complete comprehensive dental treatment to include restorative, endodontic, and/or oral surgery procedures in a non-traditional setting.
Strong endodontic skills to include molar RCTs
Strong OS skills to include 3rd molar extractions
Document findings/completed treatments on military forms and properly classify soldiers
Work collaboratively with event team
Safeguard all soldiers’ information
Ensures all actions comply with HIPAA and other appropriate federal/state laws and regulations
QUALIFICATIONS:
Active Tennessee dental license, with no restrictions
Current and active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number is preferred
CPR/BLS certification
Professional liability/malpractice insurance policy
Have a valid US driver’s license
Ability to work in mobile, portable, and field-based dental treatment environments.
Basic computer knowledge and skills
Utilization of universal precautions for patient care
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes quickly
Experience working in a military setting and working knowledge of the regulations and policies that apply to Dental Readiness Classification (DRC) and deployment is preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Occasionally required to stand, walk and bend
Continually required to sit
Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
Continually required to talk and hear
LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.
LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.
About LAUKOA
Lake County Government is located in the Northwest corner of Tennessee and thrives on agriculture and tourism. Home to the Port of Cates Landing, the county offers a blend of rural charm and outdoor recreational opportunities.