Dentist

J.C. Lewis Primary Healthcare Center•Savannah, GA

About The Position

The Dentist is responsible for the clinical management of the Center's dental clinic and related services. The role combines clinical and administrative responsibilities and requires dental expertise and autonomous decision-making. Clinically, the Dentist provides primary dental care to eligible patients, manages medications and treatments, and makes referrals as needed under approved dental protocols. Care is coordinated with clinical staff and social workers. Administratively, the Dentist manages the dental clinic's clinical and administrative operations, quality assurance, clinically related patient matters, and paid and volunteer clinical personnel.

Requirements

Current valid State of Georgia dental license.
At least 2 years of experience in a clinical setting.
Transportation and a valid Georgia driver's license.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and management skills.
Physical ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Working knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of dental and oral diseases.
Working knowledge of dentistry principles, standard practices, methods, and techniques.
Working knowledge of preventative dentistry and educational methodologies used in prevention.
Skill in oral operative techniques and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff.
Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional regulations and guidelines for dental outpatient services.
Ability to establish and maintain relationships with the dental and medical community.
Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with patients.
Ability to travel.
Ability to provide training and educational seminars or sessions.

Nice To Haves

Non-profit or public health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide quality dental care to the clinic's patient population.
Direct patient follow-up with appropriate personnel.
Collaborate with other dental care providers in the clinic setting.
Work with the Chief Operations Officer to support seamless Dental Center operations, including data collection and analysis and clinic quality assurance.
Work with the Executive and Financial Directors to develop the Dental Center's annual budget.
Work with clinical, social work, and operations staff to identify shelter dental health needs and develop shelter and health center programs.
Directly supervise all Dental Center staff members.
Supervise and mentor dental students through agreements with local agencies or educational institutions.
Interview, screen, and select new staff members.
Write or direct policies, procedures, and protocols for dental practice.
Write and present annual performance evaluations for dental staff.
Manage staff disciplinary processes in accordance with J.C. Lewis Primary Health Care Center, Inc. policies.
Ensure the adequacy, safety, and sterility of Dental Center equipment and supplies.
Manage processes to ensure the accuracy and confidentiality of records.
Foster management and leadership skills among team members.
Maintain licensure, including obtaining appropriate CMEs.
Represent the agency on community healthcare committees as needed.
Participate in the emergency call system.
Participate in agency meetings, in-service trainings, and workshops as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.