Position Summary Under the general direction of the SVP of Dental Services, provides direct dental care to patients at the health center. The dentist is a member of the health center’s clinical team with the purpose of providing evidenced-based and quality dental care to Zufall Health Center(ZHC) patients. Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities Provides primary dental care for patients of the Zufall Health Center, including but not limited to diagnostic and therapeutic assessments, treatment of conditions and illnesses within the scope of practice, referral and follow-up of patients, and other duties as assignedAssists patients in obtaining community resources, referrals, and other services as clinically indicated by the center’s diverse populationsAssists patients in accessing services with the local provider community, including physicians, hospitals, and laboratoriesParticipates in clinical performance improvement activities and conducts peer reviews of colleague’s charts as assignedAssists in the training and orientation of dental assistants, dental residents, and other students. Attends regular meetings of the medical staff and other meetings as deemed necessary by the Chief Medical Officer or SVP of Dental ServicesAssists in the development of written objectives and policies for the provision of dental servicesParticipates in clinic operations by ensuring compliance according to local, state, and federal rules and regulations, and ensures that licensing, credentialing, and educational activities are kept current and up to dateContributes to and follows established policies and protocols for clinical careDemonstrates compliance with ZHC’s policies, procedures and quality improvement practices Participates in community health initiatives including health fairs and other educational activities as directedMaintains membership in professional and organizational associations as appropriatePerforms other duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAble to relate well to a diverse group of patients and staffAble and willing to work on an as needed basis in order to meet operational needs of the clinicProficient with computers, knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and use of electronic medical recordsLearn and apply the trauma informed care principles with the scope of the position Education, Training, and Experience Current license to practice dentistry in New JerseyPossession of a valid DEA and CDS registrationBLS CertificationMinimum 2 years clinical dental practice in an ambulatory care settingKnowledge of federal programs and community health centers is a plusBilingual in English and Spanish a plusKnowledge of Microsoft Office, typing, and use of electronic medical records