Dentist 1 Broome

NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Dentist 1 to provide comprehensive dental care to patients with developmental disabilities. This role involves performing various dental procedures, including extractions, restorations, and oral surgeries, while ensuring the highest standards of patient care. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse patient population in a supportive environment. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to employee well-being, this role is perfect for passionate dental professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in their community.

Benefits

Health Care Coverage

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Professional Development Programs

Retirement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid license to practice dentistry in NY.
• Experience in treating patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental procedures including extractions and restorations.
• Examine and chart dental conditions of patients.

Skills

Dentistry

Oral Surgery

Patient Examination

Local Anesthesia Administration

Education

Valid license to practice dentistry in New York State

Job description

Human Resources Specialist at NEW YORK STATE OPWDD

Duties Description
As a Dentist 1, you will do extractions, restorations, prosthetics, root canal therapy, prophylaxis, and limited periodontics; administer local anesthesia; examine and chart the dental condition of patients; take and interpret dental x-rays; perform oral surgery; and treat oral diseases and infections. Where appropriate you may provide oral hygiene instruction. You would have responsibility, usually under the advisory direction of a higher-ranking dentist, for the regular examination, treatment, and complete dental care of mostly adult patients residing with families, in group homes or in a NYS State facility for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications
You must possess a valid license and registration to practice dentistry in New York State.

Additional Comments
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS Program titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment. This means that you do not need to take an exam to qualify, but you do need to meet the minimum qualifications of the title. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to have their permanent non-competitive employment status converted to permanent competitive status. You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status.

• If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee.
• Please note that the salary range posted is representative of full-time rate. Part-time rates will be prorated based on hours worked. The salary for this title reflects the increased hiring salary and geographic pay differential.
• Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume/cover letter.
• All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility.

NYS offers Incredible Benefits

• Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan.
• Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.
• Life insurance and Disability insurance.
• The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis.

Paid Holidays and Leave

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially.
• Five (5) days paid personal leave each year.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year.
• Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events.

Health Care Coverage
Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.

Retirement Program
Participate in The NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation.

Professional Development and Education and Training
NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities.

OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees.