Description

DAMIAN FAMILY CARE CENTERS, INC. is a Federally Qualified Health Center with 14 community based health centers located in the metro NYC area, Suffolk County and Upstate, NY, providing primary care, behavioral health and specialized care at all sites. 

Position Title: DENTIST Reports To: Director Dental Services

QUALIFICATIONS: • Graduate of an accredited school of Dentistry and currently registered to practice as a Licensed Dentist in New York State; current valid NYS registration; at least 1 year experience working with indigent populations and community based programs desirable; understands and is able to articulate the concepts of an interdisciplinary team model with a focus on outcome measurements. Current life support and infection control certificates required. • Will meet all the credentialing requirements as stated in the Medical/Dental staff By-Laws and the credentialing processes of Damian Family Care Centers, Inc. (DFCC). • Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, concisely with others both verbally and in writing. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, education, racial and ethnic backgrounds • Recent experience in managing care of the HIV infected individuals and substance-abusing population is strongly preferred. POSITION SUMMARY: • Responsible and accountable for assessing, planning and providing dental care, performing treatment interventions and evaluating patient outcomes in accordance with best practice standards. • The Dentist will support the mission and philosophy of Damian Family Care Centers, Inc.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Performs all dental interventions and procedures in accordance with acceptable standards of practice. Utilizes appropriate diagnostic tools (i.e., x-rays, endodontic equipment) to aid in the assessment, evaluation, and treatment of the oral cavity in accordance with current standards of dental care. Demonstrates competency in the management of oral health for HIV infected individuals and the substance abusing population served. Assesses patients’ condition and age specific dental needs on a continuum basis; sets goals; prescribes appropriate interventions to meet those goals that reflect the special needs of the patient population. Provides complete and appropriate documentation regarding clinical observations, diagnoses, treatment objectives, and patient’s response to treatment regimens. Utilizes an outcome-oriented approach to assess patient’s response to prescribed regimens. Identifies patients’ educational needs, and utilizes appropriate resources to meet these needs. Maintains and regulates activity within the dental suite to ensure patients and staff remain safe and secure as well as minimizing interruptions that would jeopardize the care and safety of all involved.