Work Site Location: Coeur d' Alene Campus

Job Summary:

North Idaho College is seeking to create a pool of candidates for a part-time position as supervising dentist in the Dental Hygiene Program Clinics (Heritage Health site or LCSC site). Duties include evaluation of radiographs, administration and observation of local anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia, ability to write prescriptions based on patient need, evaluation of soft tissue abnormalities for referral purposes, evaluation of patient medical histories and response to any medical emergency that might occur.

Job Duties:

This list includes but is not limited to the following:

• Review new patient and one-year renewal medical histories after documented by students. Provide required legal signature.
• Perform new patient intra/extra oral screening. Address concerns caries, compromising medical conditions, and necessary referral to dentist/specialist.
• Authorize, administer and/or supervise, when indicated, the following procedures as defined in the Idaho Dental Practice Act:
• sealants
• sub-gingival medicaments (i.e.: Arestin)
• sub-gingival anesthetic (i.e.: Oraqix)
• local anesthesia
• nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation
• impressions for whitening trays
• diode dental laser periodontal therapy
• Prescribe antibiotic pre-medication, prescription strength fluoride supplements and antimicrobial mouth rinses when indicated.
• Provide and include students in opportunities for differential diagnosis.
• Read radiographs and confirm pathology.  Grade student interpretation and technique of radiographs.
• Assist students with radiograph techniques upon request/availability.
• Assist with recommendations for students/faculty in patient management issues.
• Administrate emergency situations.
• Remain current within the specialized field of instruction through participation in relevant professional associations and educational & training activities.
• Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior.
• Recommend to the dental hygiene program director potential changes in clinic protocol.
• Keep current with any changes in procedure, protocol or policies of the dental hygiene program.
• Check the expiration dates of emergency medical supplies monthly and inform the Program Director of necessary replacements.
• Maintains a positive, helpful, constructive attitude and work relationship with supervisor, college staff, students, and the community. 

Marginal Duties:

• Perform other duties as delegated by the Dental Hygiene Program Director.

Background Check:

Due to contractual requirements related to teaching in regional clinical facilities, employment is contingent on confidential review of National Background Check results.

Drug Screening:

Drug Screening may be required for some clinical facilities.