Dentist

Company Description J.C. Lewis Primary Health Care Center, Inc. is a private non-profit 501(c) organization dedicated to its mission of “Affordable Health Care for All.” Founded in 1999 by the leadership of Union Mission, Inc., the center originally focused on providing primary health care services to people experiencing homelessness. In January 2011, J.C. Lewis Primary Health Care Center became an independent organization to expand its reach and impact in the community. The center is governed by a 13-member Board of Directors and led by a Chief Executive Officer. It employs a team of 58 full-time, part-time, and contracted professionals committed to delivering accessible, high-quality care.

Role Description The Dentist will provide comprehensive dental care to patients, including examinations, diagnoses, treatment planning, and delivery of preventive and restorative services. Daily responsibilities include performing procedures such as fillings, extractions, cleanings, and other clinically appropriate treatments, while ensuring adherence to safety and infection control standards. The role involves educating patients on oral health, collaborating with medical and dental team members to coordinate care, and maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation. The Dentist will also participate in quality improvement initiatives, contribute to community outreach as needed, and support the center’s mission of affordable care. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Savannah, GA.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from an accredited institution.
• Unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the state of Georgia, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Proficiency in providing general dental services, including examinations, diagnostics, preventive care, and restorative procedures.
• Strong commitment to serving diverse and underserved populations in a community health setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and support staff.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to explain treatment options and educate patients on oral health.
• Attention to detail and adherence to clinical, regulatory, and infection control standards.
• Experience in a federally qualified health center (FQHC) or community-based clinic is beneficial.
• Current CPR/BLS certification and familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Clinical:
• Provides quality Dental care to the patient population of the clinic.
• Directs patient follow-up with appropriate personnel.
• Collaborates with other Dental care providers in the clinic setting.

·        Administrative:

• Works with the Chief Operations Officer in the seamless operation of the Dental Center and provides support services in areas of:
• Data collection and analysis
• Quality assurance for clinic
• Works with the Executive and Financial Directors in the development of the Dental Center’s annual budget.   
• Works with clinical, social work and operations staff in the identification of Shelter Dental health needs. Takes a proactive view of these areas to develop Shelter / Health Center programs.
• Supervisory:
• Provides direct supervision for all Dental Center staff members.
• Provides direct supervision and mentorship for dental students, through agreement with local agencies/educational institutions.
• Interviews, screens, and selects new staff members.
• Writes and/or directs policies/procedures/protocols guiding and directing dental practice.
• Writes and presents on an annual basis, performance evaluations for all dental staff.
• Manages disciplinary process for all dental staff in accordance with J.C. Lewis Primary Health Care Center, Inc. policies.
• Maintains supervisory responsibility for adequacy/safety/sterility of equipment, supplies, etc. for use in the Dental Center.
• Manages processes to ensure accuracy and confidentiality of all records.
• Fosters growth and development of management and leadership skills among team members.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain licensure, to include the procurement of appropriate CMEs
• Represent the agency on community committees involving healthcare issues, as deemed necessary
• Participate in the emergency call system.
• Participate in agency meetings, in-service trainings and workshops as deemed appropriate
• All other duties as assigned