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USD 144892 - 181105
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Job Description
Compensation:
- Salaried exempt
- New hires can expect to be placed on our starting wage scale of $157500 to $196900 per year.
- Based on performance there is room to grow on our full wage scale from $157500 to $236300 per year.
Work Schedule:
- Fulltime at 40 hours per week
- Schedule is four days per week working 10hour days
Who We Are
Unity Care NW is a private nonprofit 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
- Respect
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Collaboration
- Innovation
We strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard a 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 environment
- A robust orientation followed by a ramp up period
- A fully implemented EHR system (Dentrix with eRX)
- A competitive compensation package
Benefits
- Medical dental & vision insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Six paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match after 1 year of eligibility
- Life Insurance
- Malpractice insurance through the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) with tail coverage
- Continuing Education (days & dollars)
- Reimbursement of state license & DEA
- Alternative transportation incentives
- Annual Healthy Living reimbursements
- Employment at UCNW counts towards eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness details can be viewed at Federal Student Aid
- Eligibility 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 2year commitment (view the details at 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 3year commitment (view the details at or DMD
- current Washington State Dentist License or eligible to apply
- current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or eligible to apply
Other Qualifications
- one or more years of experience as a clinical dentist preferred especially in a community or public health setting
- reliable & teamoriented with a collaborative approach to practice
- ability to use Electronic Dental Records specifically Dentrix & eRX and Microsoft Office programs
- ability 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 80000 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 K12 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 Care NW has an Employee Health Program for the safety of our patients and staff. The program requires all new employees to have up to date vaccines for Covid19 and influenza. More information about this program is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Employment Type
Full-Time
