On Call Dentist - Military veterans preferred

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Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

The PSU Center for Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) is a nationally accredited healthcare facility that offers medical, counseling, dental, health promotion and education to the students of Portland State University. The center consists of over 100 clinical and administrative staff, and there are currently 20,000 students eligible to use SHAC services.

SHAC Dental Services is staffed by experienced licensed dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants. We provide comprehensive dental health services to eligible students at PSU, including routine teeth cleanings and exams, digital x-rays, fillings (both amalgam and composite), bleaching trays, extractions, simple root canals, crowns, veneers, dentures, partials, and night guards. The dental clinic is open Tuesday-Friday (some Saturdays) 8am-5pm.

This position is an on call wage agreement contract. This position requires a dentist proficient in examination, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Dentists will provide treatment, care and prevention of conditions within the oral cavity and maxillofacial region and conditions of adjacent or related tissues and structures.

- Graduation from an accredited dental school with a DDS or DMD degree.

- Current dental knowledge that is continually updated.

- Advanced clinical skills.

- Interpersonal skills, problem solving, decision making skills, discretion, independent judgment and action.

- Ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse student population.

- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

- Knowledge base of healthy behaviors and behavior change theories.

- Presentation and teaching skills.

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
• Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

The starting hourly salary rate for this position is between $70-80/hour, depending on knowledge, experience, skills and abilities. This is an on call, non-benefits eligible position.

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