Employment Practices

It can be challenging to balance the roles of healthcare provider and employer, but it doesn't have to be. Find resources that can help you hire your dream team, and keep your staff productive and happy. Get advice on writing job descriptions, creating applications, placing want ads, setting meal breaks, establishing alternative work schedules and terminating an employee.

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Checklists NEW EMPLOYEE CHECKLIST
2/28/2013 posted by Robyn Thomason
Use this checklist to ensure all new employees are given the correct forms and provided the proper training. Read More Download
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Q&As HOLIDAY PAY - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
11/30/2011 posted by Robyn Thomason
Do you have questions related to if and how to offer Holiday Pay? Read More Download
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Manuals 2012-2013 SAMPLE EMPLOYEE MANUAL
5/1/2013 posted by PSC Staff
This Employee Manual template has been updated to reflect 2012-2013 new laws. Additionally this new manual provides more assistance in the areas of social media, vacation accrual and pregnancy leave. This Manual was developed by an attorney to be used specifically in a dental office. An employee manual is one of the most important reference and communication tools between an employer and employees. It clearly describes expectations and office policies. Read More Download
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Q&As CDA WELL-BEING PROGRAM FAQ
05/02/2013 posted by PSC Staff
The Well-Being Program assists dental professionals who suffer from alcohol and/or chemical dependency. It’s also a referral source for other disorders such as Bi-Polar, depression, diabetes, glaucoma, Parkinson’s, sexual addiction, sexual boundary issues and more. Read More Download
 
 
Manuals 2012-2013 SAMPLE EMPLOYEE MANUAL
05/01/2013 posted by PSC Staff
This Employee Manual template has been updated to reflect 2012-2013 new laws. Additionally this new manual provides more assistance in the areas of social media, vacation accrual and pregnancy leave. This Manual was developed by an attorney to be used specifically in a dental office. An employee manual is one of the most important reference and communication tools between an employer and employees. It clearly describes expectations and office policies. Read More Download
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Checklists REGULATORY COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST
04/25/2013 posted by Teresa Pichay
This checklist provides an overview of what dental practices need to do to comply with Dental Board, occupational safety, employment, environmental, patient privacy, and general business requirements. Read More Download
 
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Teaching Tools DEVELOPING MANUALS AND POLICIES POWERPOINT
04/18/2013 posted by Robyn Thomason
Hugely popular topic presented at The Spot in Anaheim 2013! Read More Download
 
 
Guides CHAPTER 4 EMPLOYMENT LAW - CDA LEGAL REFERENCE GUIDE FOR CALIFORNIA DENTISTS
04/16/2013 posted by PSC Staff
This guide provides an overview of local, state, and federal laws by providing basic, informational answers to dentists’ frequently-asked legal questions. The information provided in this guide is not legal advice. Read More
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A dentist must have a DEA registration for each office where the dentist stores, administers or dispenses controlled substances. A separate registration is not required for an additional office where the dentist only prescribes controlled substances.

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