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Dentist

• Location: All PHS Community Health Centers
• Full-time (40 hours/week) with Benefits
• Offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for full-time DDS/DMD candidates with a one-year commitment.
• Site accommodations for VISA candidates
• Loan Repayment Incentives available
• Spanish-Speaking Preferred

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

Dentist at Piedmont Health Services, Inc works as a general dentist. They help coordinate all dental staff for efficient dental care delivery, develop systematic procedures, and offer on-the-job supervision to dental staff members. The role involves hands-on patient care and significant administrative and supervisory responsibilities. The dentist must ensure that all dental operations run smoothly and efficiently, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for the entire dental team. By developing and implementing systematic procedures, the dentist helps to streamline workflows, enhance patient care, and maintain high standards of practice. The dentist helps to create a positive and welcoming atmosphere at Piedmont Health Services, Inc, ensuring that each visit is a comfortable and reassuring experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Job Knowledge: Competency in dentistry practice, embracing community health care principles, dedication to serving all patients regardless of financial status, commitment to health promotion and disease prevention, and effective communication and supervision of dental staff.

• Provide examination, diagnosis, counseling, and treatment for patients of all ages, utilizing appropriate pain management techniques.
• Perform clinical treatments including: a. Restoring teeth with fillings. b. Replacing missing teeth. c. Administering endodontic (nerve) treatments. d. Conducting periodontal (gum) treatments. e. Offering limited orthodontic (braces) services. f. Delivering prophylactic treatment. g. Performing tooth extractions.
• Collaborate with staff and Dental Director in patient counseling and treatment coordination.
• Support Dental Assistants' training and involve them in patient care.
• Engage in community health initiatives, liaise with other departments as needed, and fulfill any additional assigned duties.

Dental Practice Residency is preferred or a minimum of 2-4 years of experience is recommended

Willingness to maintain the highest level of confidentiality to HIPAA standards

Willingness to strictly comply with OSHA regulations and office standards

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.

EDUCATION/BOARD CERTIFICATION: Graduate of a School of Dentistry recognized by the Council on Education American Dental Association.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS: North Carolina license to practice as a de tist is required and must be kept current. Controlled Substance Registration Certificate from the Drug Enforcement Administration ("DEA certificate") is required and must be kept current.

If the dentist does not possess the following items, they should be obtained as soon as practical and thereafter maintained: NC privilege license is required by the state of NC and must be posted in the provider's office, BLS certification is required.

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 conditions common to a dental clinic environment.

FACILITIES DETAILS

We provide quality healthcare services to over 100 patients daily in our medical area. Our skilled dental staff provides a diverse range of dental services. We also offer medical and nutrition services, and our on-site pharmacy provides easy access to medication.

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.

DEI STATEMENT

Piedmont Health Services, Inc. (PHS) endeavors to maintain an inclusive workplace, one that is reflective of the patient population that we serve and the individuals whom we employ. We strive to incorporate inclusiveness throughout our work culture, including the way that we recruit, support, and retain employees. We believe that having employees from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences is an asset. It helps us to view the world through different lenses embodying the perspectives, opinions, approaches, and values that our employees bring to work daily. In fact, inclusion is woven into the very fabric of our work life, which allows our employees to perform at their highest possible potential.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://piedmonthealth.myexacthire.com/jobs/189228-44162.html