DENTIST IV - AMBULATORY COMMUNITY HEALTH NET - - PM

Schedule: Full-time

LOCATION: AMBULATORY COMMUNITY HEALTH NET

SHIFT: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Applicants may apply for this position online or submit a resume/ CV to the following email address:

When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.

To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.

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JOB SUMMARY

Provides direct clinical care of patients in accordance with the general policies and standards of performance established by the clinic. Elicits detailed patient histories and conducts complete dental assessment. Performs dental care and treatment planning including diagnosis, preventive, operative, prosthetic, endodontic, pedodontic, surgical and oral pathologic procedures. Provides dental care to patients of all stages of the lifespan (infant-geriatric) inclusive of counseling, developing treatment plans and prescribing medication within the scope of their education at an assigned clinic.

TYPICAL DUTIES

Provides outpatient care in the Cook County Health and Hospitals System (CCHHS), including securing health histories and pertinent information from patients, examinations of the teeth and oral structures, interprets test results for diagnosis of problems, and performs agreed on dental procedures

Examines diagnoses and treats diseases, abnormalities, injuries and dysfunctional disorders of

the oral cavity and its associated structures in children and adults

Provides appropriate behavior management techniques

Develops an individualized plan of treatment for each patient and explains the recommended

treatment plan to each patient

Provides emergency dental care, refers patients to dental specialists as appropriate, and refers

patients to medical department for diagnosis and treatment of suspected medical problems.

Prescribes and/or dispenses medications to patients as per practice guidelines

Implements dental practice in accordance with organizational policies, Federal guidelines, and

ADA professional standards. Complies fully with approved infection control standards

Complies with documentation requirements. Submits documentation required by the

administration

Supports outreach and educational projects operated by the organization and provides health

consultation to community groups as occasions arise and schedules permit

Participates in the marketing of the dental practice to the community

Meets or exceeds all productivity expectations of the Dental Director

Provides preventative oral health screening education to clients, as occasions arise

Maintains high standard of dental practice and participates in the training and development of

the dental team

Assists in educating both the patients and clinic staff

Provides direction and training to semi-professional and para-professional dental staff

Refers clients to appropriate community and health resources

Consults with Dental Director and other staff Dentist and Physicians when necessary to

coordinate care with other services

Assists in preparation of informational materials for dissemination to clients, professionals, and

other agencies

Participates in orientation of new staff and students

Provides clinical consultation to other staff members and supervision of staff and students as

assigned

Assists in orientation and training of new staff, as needed

Develops and maintains a basic knowledge of services available at CCHHS

Develops and maintains a basic awareness of health disparities with the community.

Assists patients in developing oral health goals

Develops and maintains a working knowledge of individual Emergency Preparedness roles.

Demonstrates adherence to National Patient Safety Goals

Participates in mandatory in-services and drills, attends staff meetings and other training,

including appropriate age specific educational trainings offered on a regular basis for

professional development

Reports all unusual occurrences that may involve the safety and well-being of the clients,

patients and/or co-workers, directly to the supervisor and/or Safety Officer

Performs duties in a prioritized, organized, and orderly manner to maximize clinic efficiency

and productivity

Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of clinic and work area

Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of dental clinic policies, protocol

and procedures as needed to achieve goals and objectives

Assists with the development, implementation, and monitoring of the quality assurance

program

Provides emergency instructions and referrals during non-clinical hours while on call

Provides the necessary back-up to the on-call dentist, with regard to giving directions on an

appropriate treatment plan

Exemplifies an example in attitude toward patients and staff, thereby performing duties with

respect, dignity, privacy, and modesty to the patients

Fulfills state required Continuing Education Credits within designated time frame. Attends

professional conventions and seminar, participates in professional societies, and do all things

reasonable, necessary and desirable to maintain and improve his/her professional skills

Documents each on-site/in office procedure, prescription, consultation, and patient contact in

patient's chart and on the clinics encounter forms, within a twenty-four (24) hour period.

Counsel's patient regarding dental, medical and other problems which might affect patient's

health and well-being

Performs such clinical procedures for patient's benefit which are within scope and skill of

practitioner and which are economically feasible

Participates and cooperates in all reasonable efforts with the clinic to apply for and secure

public or private grants, contracts, and donations, and all customary and desirable

accreditation, licensing and permits

Works directly with Dental Assistant; Directs Dental Assistant as it relates to direct patient care

and day to day operations

Performs other job-related duties, as may be assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) OR Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) dental degree from an accredited dental school is required.

Must possess a current and unrestricted Dental license in the State of Illinois, required.

Must possess a current and unrestricted federal controlled substance license, required.

Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Direct patient care experience is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles of general dentistry, pediatric dentistry and oral surgery

Ability to apply modern methods and practices of general dentistry, pediatric dentistry and oral surgery

Ability to be culturally sensitive to clients/patients and staff

Flexibility to work in a fast paced clinical environment

Ability to creatively work with other health care professionals from a variety disciplines to achieve maximal program effectiveness and patient benefits

VETERAN PREFERENCE

PLEASE READ

When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

· Meet the minimum qualifications for the position .

· Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”

· Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

Benefits Package

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Basic Term Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation Program

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:

MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION

Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER