Dentist

Mission Neighborhood Health Center • San Francisco, CA

51d • $162,510 - $178,741 • Onsite

About The Position

The Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) is a non-profit, multi-site community health organization offering comprehensive health services in the Mission and Excelsior Districts of San Francisco. The center offers primary health care services, adult medicine, pediatrics, family planning, OB/GYN, HIV and homeless services. We advocate for health equity and deliver innovative, high-quality services responsive to the neighborhoods and diverse communities we serve. We are seeking a Dentist to join our team. This position reports to the Dental Director and is a regular, full-time, exempt role with a starting annual salary range of $162,510 to $178,741, with full benefits.

Requirements

• DDS or DMD Degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Valid license to practice dentistry in California.
• Demonstrated expertise in relevant dental practices, protocol, trends and best practices in clinical areas assigned.
• Demonstrated knowledge and success in effecting overall clinical operations.
• Experience/Knowledge of JCAHO accreditation process and requirements, as well as all federal, state and local regulations and standards associated with the delivery of care in a community health center environment.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and emergency situations successfully.
• Proficiency in knowledge of office management, use of computers, software packages, and office machines.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

• Provide routine and emergency dental services, including diagnosis and treatment plans, general restorative procedures, crown and bridge construction, removable prosthetics, uncomplicated endodontics and minor oral surgery.
• Initiate and interpret x-ray and lab studies.
• Administer and prescribe anesthetics and medications.
• Refer patients for specialty care to other clinic programs or outside agencies when appropriate.
• Supervise Dental Assistant and Dental Hygienist as needed.
• Conduct follow-up patient care
• Provide dental and oral health education to patients and families.
• Assist in reviewing clinic productivity, scheduling procedures, and establishing guidelines for care an treatment.
• Teach and train patients and staff on illness prevention
• Actively participate in community dental programs.
• Assist with in-service and on-going training of clinic staff
• Build relationships and foster a high level of customer service.
• Manage difficult clients and patients, demonstrating interpersonal savvy and influence skills.
• Exercise professional judgment in the performance of services provided consistent with the organization’s policies and the standards of the dental profession.
• Demonstrate high degree of knowledge and competency in the practice of dentistry and associated charting requirements.
• Perform assigned dental tasks using high level of skills and ability.
• Utilize computers for data entry and information retrieval with proficiency.
• Utilize and monitor effectiveness and efficiency of all equipment and supplies used in the delivery of services.
• Communicate frequently with others in verbal and written communication format.
• Implement and evaluate operational and administrative processes.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan includes a company contribution
• Vacation: 3 weeks annually
• Paid educational leave: 40 hours annually
• Medical insurance: zero out-of-pocket expense under the base plan
• Dental and vision insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Life insurance includes a free basic policy with an optional voluntary plan
• Paid time off includes 12 paid holidays, a birthday holiday, two floating holidays and 12 sick days per year
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses
• Commuter benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level