Job Type
Full-time
Description
Compensation :
- Salaried, exempt
- New hires can expect to be placed on our starting wage scale of $157,500 to $196,900 per year.
- Based on performance, there is room to grow on our full wage scale from $157,500 to $236,300 per year.
Work Schedule :
Full-time at 40 hours per weekSchedule is four days per week working 10-hour daysWho We Are
Unity Care NW is a private, non-profit, federally qualified health center ( FQHC ) that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982. With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale, we offer comprehensive primary medical, behavioral health and dental care, as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages. Employing more than 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve.
What We Value
RespectIntegrityAccountabilityCollaborationInnovationWe have an inclusive culture and strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard a diverse workforce of the very best talent, whose ambitions and values align with ours.
Job Summary
Unity Care NW is dedicated to breaking the cycle of dental disease that runs in families. As a General Dentist for our Bellingham pediatric dental clinic, you would see patients from newborn through age 26.
What We Offer
A friendly and collaborative team environmentA robust orientation followed by a ramp up periodA fully implemented EHR system (Dentrix with eRX)A competitive compensation packageBenefits
Medical, dental, & vision insuranceGenerous paid time offSix paid holidays401(k) retirement plan with employer match after 1 year of eligibilityLife InsuranceMalpractice insurance through the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) with tail coverageContinuing Education (days & dollars)Reimbursement of state license & DEAAlternative transportation incentivesAnnual Healthy Living reimbursementsEmployment at UCNW counts towards eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness - details can be viewed at Federal Student AidEligibility to apply for loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) which, if awarded, provides tax free funds to pay towards eligible student loans for a 2-year commitment (view the details at http : / / nhsc.hrsa.gov / loanrepayment /Eligibility to apply for loan repayment through the Washington Student Achievement Council which, if awarded, provides funds to pay towards eligible student loans for a 2 or 3-year commitment (view the details at http : / / www.wsac.wa.gov / health-professionals )Requirements
DDS or DMDcurrent Washington State Dentist License or eligible to applycurrent Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or eligible to applyOther Qualifications
one or more years of experience as a clinical dentist preferred, especially in a community or public health settingreliable & team-oriented with a collaborative approach to practiceability to use Electronic Dental Records, specifically Dentrix & eRX, and Microsoft Office programsability to understand and respond effectively and with sensitivity to children of all ages and special populations served by UCNW - special populations include those defined by race, ethnicity, language, age, sex, sexual orientation, economic standing, disability, migrant and seasonal workers, experiencing homelessness and others.About Bellingham
Bellingham, a popular university & retirement community of over 80,000 is nestled on Bellingham Bay at the foot of the Cascade Mountains. Just a short distance from Seattle, Vancouver BC, and the San Juan Islands, Whatcom County houses several charming small towns. Enjoy all the area has to offer :
Recreational & Outdoor Activities (Hiking, Biking, Skiing, Snow Boarding, Fishing, Sailing, Kayaking, & Camping)Excellent Schools (University, Community College, Technical School, & Outstanding K-12 Educational System)Small Town or City Living (Unique Shops, Local Festivals, Farmers Markets, Berry Picking, & Community Events)Cultural Activities (Theater, Music, Independent Films, Museums, Art Studios, & Diverse Local Restaurants)To Apply
Visit our Careers Page at Join Our Team - Unity Care NW . For news on our organization & future job postings, please follow us on LinkedIn at https : / / bit.ly / 363mfh .
Unity Care NW has an Employee Health Program for the safety of our patients and staff. The program requires all employees to receive annual flu immunizations.
Salary Description
$144,892 to $181,105 per year with room to grow