Dentist

Staff Dentist

The Staff Dentist is responsible for providing diagnostic and treatment services to the communities that Finger Lakes Community Health serves. These services are within the procedures adopted by the facility in accordance with the New York State Department of Health Article 28 regulations for Diagnostic and Treatment Centers.

Main Responsibilities:

• Provide routine and emergency services including diagnosis and treatment plans, general restorative procedures, crown and bridge, removable prosthetics, uncomplicated endodontics and minor oral surgery
• Order x-rays and interpret
• Administer and prescribe anesthetics and medications
• Direct dental staff to schedule follow-up appointment as needed
• Refer patients to other clinical programs or outside agencies as needed

Dental Team Supervision

• Oversee site dental staff to ensure patient care meets appropriate dental standards

Dental Record Maintenance

• Chart and lock notes within timely manner in accordance with Finger Lakes Community Health policies and procedures
• Address telephone encounters and actions in the electronic health record system in accordance with Finger Lakes Community Health policies and procedures

Education and

Qualifications:

• A current unrestricted license to practice as a Dentist in NYS
• CPR certification required (can be provided)
• 1-3 Year of experience working in license
• The ability to work flexible hours -- some evenings are required
• A valid NYS drivers in compliance with FLCH driver's policy

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to hear and communicate with clients and staff via phone, web media, and in person.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
• Must be able to kneel, crawl, or bend into awkward spaces
• OSHA Level 1

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