Dentist

Allegheny County; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dentist to join their public health team. This role involves providing essential dental care to underserved pediatric patients while supervising a team of dental professionals. The Dentist will play a crucial role in developing community health programs and educating families about oral hygiene. The position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on public health while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about improving dental health in the community and possess the required qualifications, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited dental school is mandatory.
• Possession of a valid Pennsylvania dental license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental care to uninsured children under 20 years old.
• Supervise dental staff and manage community dental programs.
• Educate families on oral health and hygiene practices.

Skills

Dentistry

Dental Public Health

Interpersonal Communication

Team Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of dentistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary: Hourly: $52.88 || Annual: $110,000.00

How to Apply:

Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited school of dentistry
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training

License/Clearance Requirement:

• Possession of a license to practice dentistry, as issued by the Pennsylvania State Dental Council and Examining Board
• DEA license or signed waiver required
• Obtain NPI, CAQH and EIN numbers at start of employment
• PA Criminal Record Clearance; PA Child Abuse Clearance; and pass FBI background check required

Education & College Transcripts:

If you are claiming college education to meet minimum requirements or as a part of your application, including supplemental questions, you must submit or attach a copy of your official college transcripts for your claim to be accepted. Unofficial Transcripts will not be accepted.

Condition of Employment:

It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status.

Employment Type:

• Full-time, Mid-Senior Level

Grant funded positions are contingent upon grant funding.

Position Summary:

This is professional dental and administrative work in the field of public health. The Dentist is responsible for treating pediatric dental patients and providing oral hygiene education to patients and families. The employee supervises contracted dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and dental clerks. Work is performed independently under the general direction of the Public Health Administrator IV and the Deputy Director of Clinical Services.

Duties:

• Provides dental care to uninsured or underinsured children under the age of 20 years
• Contributes to the development of dental program goals and objectives
• Diagnoses and treats dental issues including; examine teeth, gums, and jaw, take x-rays and other diagnostic tests, identify tooth decay and cavities, and diagnose and treat mouth disease
• Educates parents and families; teach patients about oral health, flossing, brushing, and fluoride use, provide instruction on how to care for teeth and gums, help patients develop better hygiene regimens, and discuss dietary concerns
• Performs procedures; prepares patients for treatment, prescribes antibiotics, removes decay and fill cavities, repairs damaged teeth, extracts primary teeth, places sealants, and fluoride varnish
• Maintains clinical records
• Refers patients to specialists
• Manages community dental programs such as the sealants program and fluoride varnish in schools and day cares and prepares preventative dental health activities.
• Participates in trainings
• Assesses the work of contract dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and dental clerks
• Ensures infection controls measures are met in the clinics
• Supervises professional and contracted dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and clerical staff
• Responds to Public Health emergencies as assigned by the Health Department
• Performs other duties as required or requested

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Use of Microsoft Office programs including Access, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel and other database programs
• The principles, practices and current developments in the field of dental public health
• The principles of management and supervision

Skill in:

• Dentistry
• Dental Public Health
• Dental Care
• Dental Education
• Dental Prophylaxis
• Dental Products
• Interpersonal Communication
• Team Leadership
• Microsoft Office
• Public Health

Ability to:

• Represent ideas effectively, concisely and accurately, both orally and in writing and present themselves in a professional manner
• Plan, develop and administer a dental public health program
• Participate in the Pennsylvania Department of Welfare Medicaid reimbursement program as a provider
• Plan and direct the work of a staff of professional contracted dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants and clerical staff
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives of other divisions within the Health Department, outside agencies, community organizations and the public
• Ability to travel to and from work locations to carry out the responsibilities of the position
• Respond to public health emergencies

Residency: Allegheny County within 1 year.

Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.

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