Job Description:

The person selected for this position is expected to:

• Supervises, guides, and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff.
• Diagnoses, treats, prevents and controls disorders of the teeth and mouth including gums and related oral structures.
• May treat diseases of nerve, pulp and other dental tissues affecting vitality of teeth.
• Advises and instructs patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, and oral health care services.
• Designs, makes, and fits prosthodontic appliances such as space maintainers, bridges, and dentures, or write fabrication instructions or prescriptions for denturists and dental technicians.
• Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth, gums and related oral structures, and provide preventive and corrective services.
• Examines teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, and other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.
• Fills pulp chamber and canal with endodontic materials.
• Formulates plan of treatment for patient's teeth and mouth tissue.
• Supervises and plans workload of support staff.
• Uses air turbine and hand instruments, dental appliances and surgical implements.
• Uses masks, gloves and safety glasses to protect themselves and their patients from infectious diseases.
• Writes prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications.
• Designs, coordinates, and oversees internal projects.
• May serve as a lead worker.
• May train subordinate staff in proper procedures of day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

Doctorate or professional degree in dentistry from an accredited college or university AND One year of experience AND current Georgia license to practice dentistry.

Benefits 

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. For more information, visit https://dbhdd.georgia.gov/benefits

Employment Requirements 

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals, and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.

The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care: 

- Drug Screening
- TB Evaluation
- Annual Influenza*

*Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer 
It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. 

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. 

When applying for this position, you will be asked if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as stated below and may possibly be presented with additional questions to assess preferred qualifications. Preference will be given to applicants who meet one or more of the preferred qualifications and have demonstrated relevant experience clearly indicated in their work history. 

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. 

Doctorate or professional degree in dentistry from an accredited college or university AND One year of experience AND current Georgia license to practice dentistry.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.