1.

Demonstrated commitment to controlling costs, including specialty and hospital referrals.

2.

Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care appropriate for the patients serviced in the clinic practice.

1.

Serve as Dentist to patients from all age groups who present a wide variety of dental problems requiring diagnosis, selection and management of appropriate care.

2.

Coordinate and direct appropriate care by means of initial diagnosis, inclusive of prosthetic & surgical treatment and follow up.

3.

Record complete patient visits, treatment, and communication with patients in the dental record.

4.

Participate in the quality assurance program established for the clinics as required.

5.

Supervise dental assistant and dental hygiene staff assigned to the clinic, as necessary.

6.

Perform administrative tasks required by clinic licensure.

7.

Assist in the general oversight of clinic operations to ensure effective dental care, efficient working conditions, quality assurance and client focused services.

8.

Coordinates with the Training and Volunteer Manager to meet volunteer needs of the program. Engages volunteers and/or students/residents to meet program needs; may include duties such as interviewing, selecting, supervising, training, and managing performance. Provides direct and timely performance and behavior feedback as necessary for volunteers and/or students/residents.

1.

Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas.

2.

Executes on assignments in a timely manner and proactively seeks clarification or direction

3.

Maintains high level of external and internal professionalism. Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

4.

Accepts constructive criticism in a positive manner

5.

Adheres to attendance and punctuality requirements per health center policy. Provides proper notification for absences and tardiness. Takes corrective action to prevent recurring absences or tardiness

6.

Observes all health center and departmental policies governing conduct while at work (e.g., telephone and computer use, electronic messaging, smoking regulations, parking, breaks and other related policies)