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at Willamette Dental in

Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States Job Description Location:

Idaho Falls Practice Position Type:

Part-Time Schedule:

Part-Time (4-6 days per month)

Expected Hiring Range:

$200k-$225k depending on production The Orthodontist is a Specialist who supports evidence-based practices to examine, diagnose, and treat dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies as well as neuromuscular and skeletal abnormalities of the developing or mature orofacial structures. Acts as a clinical leader providing direct and indirect mentoring to support clinical staff and provides high quality care in an evidenced based practice. This position reports to a Specialty Managing Dentist.

Essential Position Functions:

+ Protect patients and themselves from infectious disease by using appropriate safety apparel including masks, gloves and glasses and works with blood or blood borne pathogens and maintains appropriate OSHA training. + Study diagnostic records, such as medical or dental histories, plaster models of the teeth, photos of a patient's face and teeth, and intra-oral and panoramic radiographs to develop patient treatment plans, and analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals. + Examine patients to assess abnormalities of jaw development, tooth position, and other dental-facial structures, and examine mouth, teeth, gums, or related facial structures. + Using evidence based principles to diagnose, document, manage and provide treatment for teeth and jaw or other dental-facial abnormalities or conditions. Provide patients with proposed treatment plans and cost estimates and communicate detailed medical information to patients or family members, and coordinate care which may include treatment from other providers (i.e. oral and maxillofacial surgeons and other healthcare providers). + Design and fabricate orthodontic devices appliances, such as space maintainers, retainers, and labial and lingual arch wires and fit dental appliances in patients' mouth to alter the position and relationship of teeth and jaws or to realign teeth. + Adjust dental appliances or devices to produce and maintain normal function. + Instruct and mentor dental assistants in clinical orthodontic procedures and techniques, and train and lead orthodontic dental team. + Prepare diagnostic and treatment records and record patient medical histories in axiUm. + Collaborate with WD general dentists and clinicians to provide mentoring and education to enhance knowledge regarding orthodontics to enhance kno To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account