General Dentist

San Francisco Community Health Center; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health center in San Francisco is looking for a General Dentist to deliver high-quality dental care. This role emphasizes patient education and preventive care with responsibilities including disease diagnosis and treatment, all within a collaborative environment focused on community service. The center offers a supportive atmosphere to promote professional growth and values diversity.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Loan repayment options

Malpractice insurance coverage

Continuing Medical Education allowance

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan with company match

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in general dentistry or general practice residency.
• Commitment to ongoing education and dental CE requirements.
• Experience working with diverse communities, especially LGBTQ.

Responsibilities

• Educate clients on preventative dental care and treat oral diseases.
• Perform oral exams, restorations, and extractions.
• Recruit, hire, and train dental assistants.

Skills

Patient education

Empathy

Detail-oriented

Collaboration

Education

Valid license to practice dentistry in California

Current DEA registration

CPR certification

Tools

EMR software (Epic Wisdom)

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Base pay range

$135,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

General Dentist, Wellness Clinic

About Us

San Francisco Community Health Center is a federally qualified health center that provides culturally competent high quality medical care, mental health services, education, and outreach. We are a safety-net for the LGBTQ community, the unsheltered community, people who use substances, and those with mental health needs. We are an anchor-organization for San Francisco’s Tenderloin neighborhood, and we also lead regional, statewide, and national programming.

We believe that everyone deserves access to the highest quality care served with dignity and respect!

About You

• You focus and center your work around giving a high level of service.
• You are empathetic responding to any situation with compassion and curiosity.
• You are driven by your own internal integrity as well as that of the agency.
• You have a justice and equity mind-set.
• You feel that everyone deserves dignity and respect.
• You consistently pay attention to details.
• You collaborate well in a diverse and cross-functional workplace.
  
  

Role Summary

As a General Dentist at SFCHC, you will play a crucial role in delivering quality dental care to our patients. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing and treating dental diseases while placing a strong emphasis on patient education and preventive care. You will work in a supportive environment that values collaboration, compassion, and community service.

Key Responsibilities

• Educate clients on preventative dental care and the causes and treatment of dental problems.
• Treat oral diseases and collaborate with primary care providers to develop comprehensive medical/dental treatment plans.
• Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and formulate appropriate treatment plans.
• Perform oral exams, restorations, extractions, endodontic therapy, and prophylactic work, ensuring the delivery of high-quality dental services.
• Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, or malformations of teeth, gums, or related oral structures, providing preventive or corrective services as needed.
• Write prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications as part of the treatment process.
• Design, make, or fit prosthodontic appliances, such as bridges or dentures, and provide fabrication instructions or prescriptions for dental assistants.
• Refer patients for oral surgery for complex cases involving oral diseases, grafting, biopsies, and oral cavity resections.
• Recruit, hire, and train dental assistants, overseeing the day-to-day functions of the dental clinic.
• Implement Quality Improvement/Quality Assurance (QI/QA) procedures, conduct assessments, monitor outcomes, and update procedures to achieve and surpass agency thresholds.
• Implement new Dental Electronic Health Record software/system to enhance clinic operations.
• Attend all staff and Dental Team meetings to ensure alignment with clinic goals and objectives.
• Complete required documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EMR) to ensure timely billing and compliance.
• Respond to inquiries and grievances from clients, volunteers, and community members, maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the SFCHC.
  
  

Qualifications

• A valid license to practice dentistry in California is required.
• Must have current DEA registration and CPR certification.
• A minimum of one year of experience in general dentistry or one year general practice residency
• Knowledge of EMR, especially Epic Wisdom
• A commitment to ongoing education and adherence to dental CE requirements as specified by California state regulations is essential.
• Experience working with the LGBTQ community and an understanding of its unique needs is important.
• Familiarity with HIV/AIDS, STIs, substance use, mental health, social services, and the disparities faced by communities of color is necessary.
• Proficiency in both verbal and written English is required.
• Must obtain TB clearance (within past 12 months) and complete background check upon hire.
• Current with vaccinations including latest Covid-19 vaccine and seasonal flu, and able to provide proof.
  
  

Preferred

• Experience working in an FQHC or other type of Community Health Center.
  
  

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Loan repayment options are available* (HPSA Score 25)

Malpractice insurance coverage.

Continued Medical Education allowance.

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance

Company sponsored life, and long-term disability insurance

Generous paid time off including paid holidays

Company-sponsored retirement plan including company match

Opportunities for professional growth and development

EEOC Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to these factors.

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