Whitney Young Health (WYH) in Albany, NY is a mission-driven, innovative,
and inclusive organization with state of the art dental facilities, supporting
the oral health and overall wellbeing of our patients. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, WYH
provides care to everyone in the Capital Region, with a focus on increasing
access for patients that may have barriers to care.
Our operatories are spacious, we have a staff kitchen, staff room for dentists to complete their charting in a quiet space, and a large sterilization room, so shortage of instruments is never an issue. Plus, our benefit package is fantastic!
Most importantly, you can focus on what you love most - Dentistry! Our compassionate, close-knit team at Whitney Young Health makes a difference to patients that otherwise might not receive the dental care they need if not for us.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Examines and treats diseases and injuries of teeth and gums. Performs preventative and maintenance dentistry and educates the patient in proper tooth and gum care. Under the general direction of the Dental Director, is responsible for comprehensive quality care and preventive care to the Dental patients of Whitney M. Young Health Center.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
· Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries
and malformations of teeth and gums and related oral structures.
· Examine patients to determine the nature
of the condition, utilizing X-rays and other diagnostic procedures and
instruments.
· Restore, extract and replace teeth
using proper instruments, restorative materials, medications and surgical
implements.
· Maintain accurate, timely and up to
date patient records.
· Electronically record all treatment,
medications prescribed and progress notes in Open Dental.
· Navigate electronic medical records
system(s) as needed to fulfill job duties
· Complete documentation and lock all
progress notes Health Center policy.
· Knowledge of Medicaid guidelines and
provide treatment accordingly.
· Oversees the daily activities of
assigned dental assistant and aids in preparation of their annual performance
evaluation.
· Participate in the Dental Department
peer review process.
· Participate in the departmental and
center wide performance improvement activities.
· Attend and participates in Dental
Department Staff meetings.
· Participate in in-service training of
Dental Department personnel.
· Provide professional consultation to
other staff dentists.
· Provide excellent internal and
external customer service including effective relations with diverse
populations.
· Create an environment of respect and
compassion for the patients and staff.
· Punctuality, open communication and
respect for co-workers and supervisors.
· Demonstrates excellence in both
internal and external customer service.
· Understands and is able to effectively
communicate HIPAA compliance, corporate compliance and client confidentiality.
· Ensures and/or remains in compliance
with local, state, and federal regulation, i.e.DHHS HRSA and NYSDOH, and all
accreditation standards (e.g. Joint Commission and NCQA-PCMH).
· Adheres to the National Patient Safety
Goals as defined by the Joint Commission and Whitney M. Young Jr. Health
Center.
· Completes other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
DDS or DMD from an American Dental Association accredited dental school or Graduate of a Foreign Dental school that has completed an ADA accredited program. Completion of 1 year of General Residency/Advanced Education in a General Dentistry Program. CPR/BLS Certification.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One (1) year experience providing patient care. Current Controlled Substances Registration Certification issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.
Salary range: $135,000 - $185,000 annually