General Dentist

Callen-Lorde Community Health Center • New York, NY

70d • Onsite

About The Position

Callen-Lorde is seeking a dedicated Dentist to join their team in providing high-quality dental care to their diverse patient population. The Dentist is responsible for delivering primary dental care with sensitivity and professionalism, working within a collaborative care team and maintaining the highest ethical standards. This role is ideal for someone passionate about community-based healthcare.

Requirements

• DDS/DMD degree from an approved dental school.
• Current NYS licensure.
• Documentation of current BLS certification.
• DEA Controlled Substances Registration Certificate.
• Familiarity with New York Stated Dental Medicaid/ADAP guidelines.
• Certification of completion of oral cancer detection mandate course.
• Prior experience in a healthcare, social services, community-based, or nonprofit organization, particularly in settings that provide services to diverse communities with varying healthcare and support needs.
• Effective communication skills with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under stress in a dynamic environment, managing patient care needs effectively.
• Demonstrate proficiency in essential digital tools and healthcare technology including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems EPIC.
• Excel in delivering patient-centered care with a strong focus on customer service, emphasizing empathy, active listening, and responsive communication.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of community health principles desirable.
• Proficiency in more than one language (e.g., Spanish/English) is beneficial for serving our diverse patient population.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills to serve individuals from varied backgrounds, ensuring care is delivered in a manner that aligns with cultural and linguistic appropriateness requirements and organizational protocols.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Commitment to community-based healthcare, understanding its vital role in promoting health equity and improving population health outcomes.
• Commitment to the mission of Callen-Lorde.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental care to Callen-Lorde patients according to schedules, with accurate documentation.
• Offer primary dental services, including preventive, restorative, endodontic, and prosthetic treatments.
• Maintain productivity standards and manage appointment scheduling.
• Demonstrate professionalism, cooperation, and judgment in emergencies.
• Promote dental health education in the community.
• Collaborate with specialists and other healthcare providers.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping using the problem-oriented dental record.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and educational programs.
• Work as a team with dental assistants and dental hygienists.
• Comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Exceptional low cost medical plan option for you, your domestic partner and/or your family
• Tuition assistance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• No cost life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter benefits
• Generous paid time off plan
• 403B retirement savings plan

What This Job Offers

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