Forsyth County's Department of Public Health has a great opportunity for an experienced dentist to work in a public health dental clinic with a supportive and caring staff. What sets us apart? Working in a public health setting to positively impact your community and meet the needs of our deserving clients. Experienced, supportive and caring staff with a team mentality. Opportunity to treat advanced and extensive disease and have input on your procedure mix.
The clinic is family oriented and sees primarily Medicaid patients.
The clinic operates 7:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Thursday and 7:30 am to 11:30 am on Friday. Hours will be based on needs of the clinic.Candidates should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Ability to diagnose oral health conditions in adults and children and provide treatment plan
Ability to provide dental treatments including preventive services, restoratives, endodontics, extractions, fixed and removable prosthesis
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff
Ability to effectively communicate with patients in order to understand their chief complaint and explain treatment options
Ability to provide oral hygiene instructions and diet recommendation
Ability to review medical history and recognize the need for medical consult with medical doctor
Ability to make referrals to specialists for oral health problems in which Dentist cannot resolve
Knowledge in OSHA and HIPAA rules and regulations
Ability to deliver excellent customer service and be professional with both patients and staff
 Graduation from an approved school of dentistry, with two years experience in the general practice of dentistry preferred.
Must be licensed by the North Carolina Dental Board (NCDB).
A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement.Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Duties include diagnosis and treatment of oral health conditions in both adults and children.
Perform treatment of oral health problems in adults and children.
Make referrals for oral health problems which Dentist cannot resolve immediately.
Provide education and orientation to patient or legal guardian on all treatments
Participate in Sealant Projects (4 times a year) at the schools with staff to provide screenings and supervision over services rendered (prophylaxis, fluoride varnish, sealant placement)
Provide a positive representation of the Department of Public Health at community outreach events.