Dentist

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

13h

About The Position

The Dentist is responsible for the clinical management of the Center’s dental clinic and related services. The role combines clinical care with administrative and supervisory responsibilities and requires substantial dental skill and autonomous decision-making. 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 the Center’s clinical staff and social workers. The Dentist manages the clinical and administrative operations of the dental clinic, including quality assurance and clinically related patient matters. The role also supervises paid and volunteer clinical personnel, supports the Center’s operations and program development, and maintains the adequacy and safety of clinical equipment, supplies, and records.

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 diagnosing and treating dental and oral diseases.
Working knowledge of dentistry principles, standard practice methods, and techniques.
Working knowledge of preventive dentistry and educational methods 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 and 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 and collaborate with other dental care providers.
Work with the Chief Operations Officer to support the seamless operation of the Dental Center, 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 Dental Center staff 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 governing dental practice.
Prepare and present annual performance evaluations for dental staff and manage disciplinary processes in accordance with Center policies.
Ensure the adequacy, safety, and sterility of Dental Center equipment and supplies.
Manage processes that ensure the accuracy and confidentiality of records.
Foster management and leadership development among team members.
Maintain licensure, including obtaining appropriate continuing medical education.
Represent the agency on community healthcare committees as needed.
Participate in the emergency call system, agency meetings, in-service trainings, and workshops as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.