Dentist

Job DetailsJob LocationCodman Square Health Center - Dorchester, MADescriptionPrimary Responsibilities:Educate patients on oral healthcareComplete comprehensive dental exams and diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, or malformations of teeth, gums, or related oral structures. Provide comprehensive preventive, restorative, endodontic, fixed and removable prosthodontic, pediatric, and oral surgery treatmentAssess treatment planning options and discuss with patientsCarry out agreed clinical treatments and analyze or evaluate dental needs to determine changes or trends in patterns of dental disease during the course of treatment.Maintain patients' dental recordsPrecept dental student externs and AEGD residentsAssist in the recruitment, training and management of auxiliary dental staffStay abreast of new developments in dentistry through structured continuing professional developmentParticipate in case reviews to ensure the delivery of quality careParticipate in quality improvement projectsQualificationsQualifications and Skills:Unrestricted license, DMD or DDS, from CODA certified school Valid CPR BLS for healthcare provider Dental licensed to practice in MA Current MA controlled substance and DEA numbers Requires a comprehensive knowledge of primary dental care in outpatient settings. Knowledge of the principles and practice of modern dentistry as related to public health organizations and community health programs as well as current social and economic problems pertaining to public health and their impact on primary health care. The Dentist must be able to creatively work with other health care professionals from a variety of disciplines to achieve maximal productivity and programmatic effectiveness while continuously promoting the growth and development of fellow professionals, exercising appropriate supervisory control, and displaying good work judgment. Competencies, Skills, and Attributes: Respect/protect the confidentiality of clients Commit to the Health Centers mission, participate in department-wide and health center-wide initiatives, and take initiative to continuously improve performance Participate in community outreach Maintain knowledge of and respect for department chain-of-command Treats all fellow staff, patients, internal/external customers with respect and courtesy Can accept constructive criticism and work well with others Is organized, motivated, committed, and self-directed Willing to work with patients of all ages, compromised health/developmental issues Increases knowledge and skills through self-study and by attending courses and seminars Has dependable job attendance and can be relied on to follow through with assigned tasks CODMAN SQUARE HEALTH CENTER MISSION, VISION, AND VALUESMission: To serve as a resource for improving the physical, mental, and social well-being of the community.Vision: Codman Square Health Center is our communitys first choice for comprehensive, holistic, and integrated serviced, and empowers individuals to lead healthy lives and build thriving communities.Values: Patients: Our patients are the center of our care teamCommunity: The well-being of the individuals is deeply connected to the health of our community.Advocacy: We advocate for responsive policies and resources to address health disparities and promote healthy equity.Staff: We are a diverse, empowered, compassionate and prepared workforce.Innovation: we promote a culture of innovation that has measurable and sustainable impact. Partnership: We build and sustain diverse partnerships