DENTIST I DENTIST (PART-TIME CONTRACTUAL)

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits eligibility for 25% of

Dental coverage option

Leave accrual

Job summary

State of Maryland, Westminster, MD, is seeking a licensed Dentist for a part-time contractual role with the Carroll County Health Department. The position covers examinations, radiographs, and general dental care, and includes supervision of junior dental staff.

Services may be delivered on-site or at off-site events. The ideal candidate may be bilingual (Spanish/English) and has relevant licensure with potential CPR training.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Dentist by the State Board of Dental Examiners.
• Spanish-English bilingualism preferred for communications with patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental services including examinations, radiographs, and general dental care.
• Guide and supervise lower-level dental health personnel within the program.
• Services may be provided on-site or at off-site events.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish and English

Education

Licensed Dentist

Job description

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this part-time contractual position is to provide dental services, including conducting oral examinations, obtaining radiographs and providing general dental care. This position will also provide guidance to lower-level dental healthcare personnel within the program. These services may be provided on-site or at off-site events.

GRADE

STD0024

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Carroll County Health Department

Westminster, MD 21157

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Determined by the State Board of Dental Examiners under the licensing requirements for Dentists.

Experience: None.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

The desired candidate should possess the following: 1. Bilingual in Spanish and English (written and spoken). 2. Experience working with a local health department or similar clinical setting.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current license as a Dentist from the State Board of Dental Examiners, 4201 Patterson Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215-2299.
• Candidates for positions in this classification must possess or be eligible to obtain controlled substances registration certificates issued by the federal government and the State of Maryland in order to prescribe narcotic medications.
• Employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete training in and maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification.

Special Requirements

• Applicants for this classification may be given a medical examination prior to appointment to determine their ability to perform the work of the position.
• Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 06.01.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

Benefits

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract, and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits. Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12-month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

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