Dentist (Float)

ABOUT PIEDMONT HEALTH SERVICES

Piedmont Health Services, Inc. (PHS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in North Carolina. Dedicated to delivering top-tier, accessible, and inclusive primary healthcare, PHS has proudly served for 54 years and remains the largest community health center in central NC. Operating 10 Community Health Centers, two PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) SeniorCare facilities, and 2 Mobile Health Units, PHS extends its services to residents across five counties, including Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Orange, and Lee.

WHAT'S AN FQHC?

Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) are community-based healthcare providers that receive funds from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Health Center Program to provide primary care services in under-served areas.

JOB SUMMARY

Essential Functions : The Staff Dentist functions as a practitioner of general dentistry. Assist in the coordination of all dental staff members in the delivery of dental care. Assist in the development of systematic procedures and provides on-the-job supervision for dental staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience : Graduate of a School of Dentistry recognized by the Council on Education American Dental Association.

Licensure / Certification : Licensed to practice dentistry in North Carolina.

Travel : Local travel to and from dental center sites, and out of the area travel for conferences or meetings occasionally.

Computer Skills : Microsoft Office, email / internet and ability to learn other healthcare related software.

PATIENT POPULATION SERVED

Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric and Diverse patient populations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

Requires full range of body motion, finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and sitting for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds and requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours, requires some exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids and to conditions common to a dental clinic environment.

JOB PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Job Knowledge : Competency in the practice of dentistry. Acceptance of principles of community health care : commitment to serve patients regardless of their ability to pay and commitment to practice health promotion and disease prevention and the ability to supervise the dental staff and communicate effectively.

Examine diagnoses, counsels and treats patients of all ages. Does clinical treatment using appropriate methods of pain control :

a. Restoration (fillings) of teeth.

b. Replacement of missing teeth.

c. Endodontic (nerve) treatments.

d. Periodontal (gum) treatments.

e. Limited orthodontics (braces).

f. Prophylactic treatment.

g. Removal of teeth.

Coordinate activities in the counseling and treatment of patients with feedback from staff to the Dental Director. Assist in the training of Dental Assistants and utilize as completely as possible the Dental Assistant in the counseling and treatment of patients. Participate in community health programs, confers and relates to other departments as necessary and performs any other duties as assigned or needed.

BENEFITS :

• Offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for full-time candidates with a one-year commitment.
• Site accommodations for VISA candidates
• Loan Repayment Incentives available
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Qualifying Life Event
• 403 (b) Retirement
• HSA / FSA
• Short & Long-term disability
• Life Insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays
• CE $1,200 annually towards CME plus 40 hrs PTO time to complete requirement
• Malpractice / tail coverage
• Dental license reimbursement

EEO STATEMENT

Piedmont Health Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.