Dentist

Henry J Austin Health Center • Trenton, NJ

271d

About The Position

Henry J. Austin Health Center delivers person-centered, high-quality health care. Working with our community partners, our exceptional team provides trauma-informed, holistic care to maximize individuals' strengths and abilities to achieve optimal health and well-being. The Dentist will function under the general supervision of a Dental Director, performing clinical responsibilities in accordance with normal concepts and unifying services. This role involves performing dental functions in accordance with legal and judicial mandates and meeting state and federal standards and regulations.

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited dental school program required; demonstrated competence in dental practice.
• Licensure to practice dentistry in the State of New Jersey required.
• High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
• Strong persuasive and presentation skills.
• Thorough knowledge of accepted principles of dental practices and the role of dental services in a public health program.
• Ability to render effective dental diagnosis and treatment in a public health setting and to supervise the work of other dentists.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred; capable of working with computers and software applications suitable for health care environment; excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good health and freedom from disabling physical and mental defects which would impair the proper performance of the required duties or which might endanger the health and safety of oneself or others.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.

Responsibilities

• Study, evaluate, diagnose, and treat the diseases of the teeth and gums related to dental training.
• Treat clients and maintain an awareness of interactions of medication.
• Develop patient treatment plan and/or explain treatment plan as formulated.
• Advise patient of need for medication and results of non-use of medication.
• Examine patients utilizing a variety of dental equipment, instruments, and tests following standard dental procedures.
• Maintain complete and adequate case and dental histories and render reports.
• Provide professional direction to other dental personnel.
• Follow HJAHC procedures for documenting patient records to ensure appropriate billing for client treatment.
• Greet all patients/clients/customers via telephone or directly in a personal and professional manner.
• Be a member of the health team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees