Dentist (4156)

Description

REPORTS TO: Chief Dental Officer

Position Summary

The Dentist provides comprehensive, high‑quality oral health care to patients in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting. This role emphasizes clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and service to diverse, underserved, and vulnerable populations. The Dentist works as part of an integrated care team to improve oral and overall health outcomes within a community‑based, mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Perform comprehensive dental examinations, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Provide general dental services including restorations, extractions, endodontic procedures, crowns, dentures/partials, periodontal treatments, and preventive care.
• Deliver emergency dental services, including pain management and urgent procedures.
• Interpret dental radiographs and other diagnostic results.
• Ensure adherence to evidence-based clinical guidelines and quality standards.

Patient-Centered Care & Education

• Educate patients on oral health, hygiene practices, treatment options, and preventive strategies.
• Engage in culturally competent communication with patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Promote patient involvement in treatment planning and shared decision‑making.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Collaborate with medical, behavioral health, and care coordination teams to support integrated care.
• Participate in case reviews, huddles, and care coordination activities as needed.
• Provide consultation to other health professionals regarding oral health concerns.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Comply with all FQHC, federal, state, and local regulations, including HRSA, UDS reporting standards, OSHA, and infection control protocols.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, including clinical audits and performance metrics.

Community & Public Health Engagement

• Participate in community outreach, school‑based programs, or mobile/teledentistry initiatives as assigned.
• Contribute to public health goals, oral health promotion, and population health strategies.

Qualifications

Required

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
• Current state dental license (or eligibility for licensure) and in good standing.
• Current DEA registration.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Commitment to serving underserved communities and advancing health equity.

Preferred

• Experience working in an FQHC, CHC, or public health environment.
• Proficiency with electronic dental records (EDR) systems.
• Experience with bilingual or multicultural populations.
• Eligibility for federal loan repayment programs (NHSC/LRP).

Benefits & Incentives

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement - 5% Employer match (Cap $8,000). Two-year full vestment ramp-up
• NSCH-approved site; eligible providers may apply for federal student loan repayment (NHSC/LRP