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Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country Dentist (2 positions) in Ogdensburg, New York
Dentist (2 positions)
Ogdensburg, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=102+Ford+St+Ogdensburg+NY+USA+13669-1402)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Shift and Schedule:
Monday - Friday, flexible schedule options within daytime Health Center hours; no evenings, weekends, or major holidays.
Reports to:
Dental Director; Practice Manager
Annual Salary:
$163,000 - $190,000 for full-time status; based on experience.
Signing Bonus:
Negotiable
JOB DESCRIPTION
Community Health Center of the North Country is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in Upstate New York. CHCNC provides high quality healthcare services to the surrounding communities and offers a sliding fee scale. With four locations, CHCNC is a growing healthcare organization that offers primary, acute, and pediatric medical care, dental services, physical therapy, and behavioral health services to the local communities. The sliding fee scale ensures that uninsured or underinsured patients receive the same quality of care as those individuals who are commercially insured. Patients needing dental care can benefit from the affordable care options provided by CHCNC, ensuring they are not denied care based on their financial situation.
Our team is seeking highly-skilled and compassionate candidates for two Dentist positions in our Ogdensburg Health Center, which includes an up-to-date dental suite with state of the art equipment and a robust hygiene team. Candidates will provide primary dental care including diagnostic, preventative, operative, surgical, and removable prosthetic services in a FQHC setting.
CHCNC is a sponsor of H-1B Visa applicants and is a National Health Service Corp (NHSC) approved site. NHSC scholars and LRP participants are strongly encouraged to apply.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a dedicated and compassionate Dentist looking to make a difference in the lives of your patients, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide dental care, diagnose, and treat dental conditions, and promote oral health
Perform dental examinations and routine check-ups for patients
Discuss a treatment plan with the patient, family, and/or guardian
Implement procedures for assuring prophylactic antibiotic coverage for patients requiring such before dental treatment
Maintain records of patients and prescriptions
Ability to work collaboratively with dental staff
Foster a positive working environment that promotes transparency, learning, and open communication
Make appropriate referrals when necessary
Participate in group conferences where expertise is required
Ensure all patient records are up-to-date in eCW
Provide post-treatment instructions to patients and staff
Consult with the Dental Director when equipment needs to be repaired or new equipment purchased
Ensure infection control policies and procedures are followed
Follow the progress of Dental Lab (prosthetic) cases and ensure records are accurate
Participate in meetings, conferences, and trainings to ensure patients receive the highest quality care
Conduct quarterly peer reviews
Requirements
DMD or DDS from an accredited dental institution
Unrestricted license to practice dentistry in NYS (or in the process of applying for licensure)
DEA registration (or in the process of applying for registration)
BLS certification
Knowledge of eClinical Works (eCW), preferred
Ability to effectively interact with patients calmly and courteously
Ability to maintain good working relationships with others
Exhibit a high level of confidentiality in dealing with patient records
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
Excellent hand-eye coordination
Ability to stand and sit for extended periods
Ability to tolerate extensive exposure to a computer screen and keyboard
Benefits:
Community Health Center of the North Country offers eligible employees excellent, affordable benefits options. Options include medical, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Term Life/AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, 401(k), and other elective programs. We also offer generous time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time, as well as paid holidays.
Providers joining us are eligible for additional benefits such as signing bonuses, time and allowance for CE expenses, license and certification fee reimbursement, and more. We also offer flexible schedules, ample support staff, and a family-friendly work environment.
Community Health Center of the North Country is an NHSC-approved work site.
Salary Description
$163,000 - $190,000 (based on experience)