OPS DENTIST - 64937213

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health – OPS invites a licensed dentist to provide comprehensive dental services to Medicaid eligible clients under age 21 at the Leon County Health Department's Molar Express in Tallahassee.

You will perform examinations, diagnostics, treatment planning, preventive, restorative and minor surgical procedures while maintaining records and ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Licensed dentist in Florida as per Florida Statutes Chapter 466.
• Preferred - experience treating children, Nitrous Oxide certified, Medicaid credentialed.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental services to Medicaid eligible clients through age 20.
• Perform examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, preventive, restorative and minor surgical procedures.
• Maintain treatment records and ensure compliance with laws and program expectations.
• Mentor dental assistants and hygienists and support evaluation processes.
• Promote community-based preventive education programs and collaborate with clinical leadership.

Skills

Dentistry

Clinical decision making

Patient care

Education

Florida Dentist License

Job description

Your Specific Responsibilities

This is a highly responsible position providing professional dental services to Medicaid eligible clients through age 20 of the Leon County Health Department, Molar Express. These duties include:

Requisition No: 883856
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPS DENTIST - 64937213
Pay Plan: Health Care Practice
Position Number: 64937213
Salary: $40.00 per client
Posting Closing Date: 10/28/2026

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - OPS

Job posting category - Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities

This individual provides dental services consisting of examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, and care of conditions within the human oral cavity and its adjacent tissues and structures, including emergency, surgical, preventive, and restorative dental care to Medicaid eligible children and clients who are members of other programs in which Department of Health (DOH)-Leon participates. Performs diagnostic, preventive, restorative and minor surgical procedures within the scope of the dental practice act. Develops treatment plans and maintains treatment records in accordance with the dental practice act. Monitors quality of care to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements. This individual assures compliance with all dental record documentation with federal and state law and with Florida Department of Health (FDOH) -Bureau of Dental Program expectations. Works independently and makes decisions based on analysis of data and knowledge of dental practice. Maintains skills and completes on-going training to maintain active license in accordance with the dental practice act.

Supports the Dental Clinic Manager in providing guidance regarding the professional work of dental assistants and dental hygienists, including assisting in the performance evaluation process.

Work includes promotion and establishment of population-based dental preventive and educational programs and related dental public health activities. Collaborates with the Dental Clinic Manager to promote community and school-based preventive educational programs. Provides consultative and technical assistance to public and private entities regarding oral health issues.

Other duties assigned include required participation in CHD disaster emergency training and response activities.

Security/Information Access: This position has a "Need to Know" for the following information sets: immunization records, medical records, WIC records, Pharmacy records, and billing records. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days. Emergency operations functions required of the incumbent include but are not limited to special needs shelters, Red Cross shelters, or other emergency functions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat dental injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive healthcare measures.

Qualifications

Minimum - This occupation requires licensure as a Dentist in accordance with Chapter 466, Florida Statutes.

Preferred - experience treating children, Nitrous Oxide certified, Medicaid credentialed.

Mission

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Vision

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work

The Edward F. Zapert Dental Clinic – Molar Express
912 Railroad Avenue
Tallahassee, Fl 32310

Benefits

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

Please Be Advised

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days. All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.