Dentist (Part-Time)
South Puget Sound Community College

Our Opportunity

South Puget Sound Community College invites applications for a part-time hourly dentist for the upcoming 2021-2022 academic year. The position is available beginning September 2021. Days are Mondays, Tuesdays, and/or Wednesdays and based on the academic calendar. Hours will be in the dental clinic other duties may include oversight of the Expanded Function Dental Assisting (EFDA) program. This position is hourly and hours may vary per quarter.

*South Puget Sound Community College will be a "fully vaccinated campus" under the state's higher education guidance. Proof of fully vaccinated status must be verified before your first day of work. Exemptions can be requested for medical reasons or sincerely-held religious beliefs. More information can be found here: https://spscc.edu/covid-19/guidance-employees.*
 

South Puget Sound Community College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its professional staff. A firm understanding of antiracist policy development coupled with the skills to eliminate barriers that harm underrepresented people is a college requirement. The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds. On average, 43% of SPSCC students are people of color. We strongly encourage members of the underrepresented groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district.

And if that isn't enough? We also offer: A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needsFine dining in the Percival Room, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices as part of our Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programsCampus bookstore offering snacks, apparel, and specialty suppliesFREE Bus service every 15 minutes to downtown Olympia and beyondFREE parking on our campuses - permits are not requiredOn-campus child carePercival Creek, which runs beneath our campus footbridge, provides year-round beauty and views of Chinook, Coho, and chum salmon pass through each fallMany walking paths that are marked and on nicely paved sidewalksGym and recreation facilitiesSPSCC promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events on campusLots of activities with our Artist & Lecture series, which are FREE for staff and facultyMany community events in the Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the ArtsEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs) that offer an opportunity for SPSCC employees to gather and connect around issues that define them personally, and which affect their work at the College and their professional development. Current Employee Resource Groups include:Staff and Faculty of Color (SFOC) ERG - an employee network which strives to create an intentional and relational foundation for community and trust building across different groups through shared values.
What You'll Do

What You'll Do

• Perform general dentistry in the Campus Clinic 5-10 hours a week;
• Responsible for diagnosis and treatment of patients and/or making appropriate referrals;
• Provide occasional on call coverage for emergency, and another provider's absence;
• Work closely with the Patient Services Supervisor, faculty and staff to address clinic flow and operations, including:
  1. Provide input on continuing basis regarding the equipment, supplies and instruction required in the clinic;
  2. Support dental clinic philosophy, policies, and standards;
  3. Treatment plan sealants for student clinical labs;
• Other related duties may include,
  1. Collaborate with the Dental Assisting Program Director on Dental Assisting and EFDA program operations, evaluations and revision

College Wide Expectations:

• Demonstrate multicultural competence (including an awareness and understanding of historically disadvantaged populations) and create an educational and work environment that affirms commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Support the college's mission by creating a work environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking.
• Contribute to the appreciation of diversity and foster a climate of multicultural understanding.

Working Conditions:
The working conditions are the same as in a general practice. The schedule is organized with both the student's and dentist's needs in mind. The clinic schedules patients between 7:50am and 12:00pm M, T, W, F during the Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters and M, T, W during the Summer quarter, and is closed during school breaks. If you have specific questions about our clinic or scheduling, please contact DeAnn Idohl, Patient Services Supervisor at 360-596-5442 or didohl@spscc.edu.Qualifications You Possess

Minimum qualification:
 

• Licensed to practice dentistry in the State of Washington;
• Ability to interact positively with diverse group of students, staff, and faculty;

Preferred qualifications:

• Three or more years work experience as a dentist
• Experience working with dental assisting students or externs
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with others

To Apply

Applications must be completed online and include the following attachments:

Cover letter highlighting your ability to perform the responsibilities and competencies described in the job posting.Current resume showing all educational and professional experience that demonstrates how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications. Top candidates will be notified directly to interview for this position. Selection will be based on the applicant's knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed in this job posting as identified in the materials requested above. Applications with comments directing the reader to see attachments will be considered incomplete. Veterans Preference Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wishing to claim Veterans Preference should redact their personally identifiable information from a copy of their United States Department of Veterans Affairs honorable discharge documentation and email to neaton2@spscc.edu with the job number for which they are applying in the subject line. Condition of Employment Employment with the college is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. Any adverse information will be considered on a case-by-case basis and does not automatically preclude a candidate from employment. Candidates must not be in default of a student loan or owe a Title IV repayment. Conditions of Part-Time Employment Non-permanent employees under the provisions of WAC 357-19-435 are only authorized to work up to a maximum of 1,050 hours in any twelve (12) consecutive- month period from the original date of hire. Employment with the college could end any time. South Puget Sound Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and EducatorSouth Puget Sound Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). SPSCC provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, Samantha Dotson, Executive Human Resource Officer /Title IX Coordinator, 360-596-5361, ssoto@spscc.edu, Building 25, Room 220, 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512; South Puget Sound Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment.Applicants needing accommodation in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (360) 596-5500.