Orthodontist

WE ARE HIRING!

Are you interested in a job where you assist people of diverse socioeconomic, racial and cultural backgrounds, in order to improve their health and well-being? Are you excited to work for a non-profit organization that deeply values its staff, and offers great benefits?

If you can answer YES! to all of the above questions, then this might be the job for you! Read on to learn more…

WHAT WOULD I BE DOING AT THIS JOB?

We are seeking a orthodontist to work full time (40 hours weekly Monday-Friday) in the dental department of our community health clinic. The ideal candidate will have a strong background and skills in orthodontia and will be able to work out of both our Santa Barbara location and our Carpinteria location.

Under the general direction and supervision of the Chief Dental Officer, this position provides comprehensive coordinated preventive dental services to an ethnically diverse patient populations across the lifespan. The orthodontist is a strong leader who treats all staff with respect and supports teamwork and a positive work environment.

The orthodontist examines and treats members of family, regardless of age or sex; ensures proper dental care and disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Specifically, the role of the Orthodontist includes:

WHO WOULD I BE WORKING FOR?

American Indian Health & Services is a Santa Barbara based, non-profit organization where we provide quality medical, dental, pediatric and behavioral health services to all members of our community. Founded in 1994, our community clinic has served the Central-Coast’s healthcare needs for over twenty five years. Our dentists and doctors are leading the way in providing higher quality care at lower costs, and improving overall experience in primary healthcare.

WHAT KIND OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE DO I NEED?

1. Completion of ADA accredited dental program required.

2. Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD).

3. Active California dental license.

4. Formal orthodontic training with certification from an accredited graduate program.

IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE THE RIGHT JOB FOR YOU, PLEASE APPLY!

American Indian Health & Services offers a fantastic, well-rounded employee benefits package for full-time employees, including:

– 14 paid holidays per year
– 6.5 hours per pay period of accrued PTO (increased based on seniority)
– 100% employer paid employee-only medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance (eligible the 1st of the month following date of hire)
– 401k plan with 4% employer matching contribution (eligible after 90 days)
– Paid AAA membership (eligible after 90 days)
– 5 paid Continuing Education days per year, $3000 allowance for CE expenses
– Student loan repayment through Indian Health Services and/or HRSA