Dentist

Description

Job title

DENTIST

Reports to

Network Dental Director

Program Summary

The Family Practice & Counseling Network (FPCN) provides comprehensive primary care, dental and behavioral health services. We stand behind the belief that all people are entitled to accessible, comprehensive, quality, and affordable health care, and that care must be delivered in a culturally competent, trauma-informed and compassionate manner by caring for the whole person - mind, body & spirit. The network's mission is to provide person-centered, integrated and comprehensive health services to individuals and families across their lifespan. The network promotes resiliency and well-being among patients, staff and surrounding communities.

We are a network of 3 comprehensive health centers, one convenient care center and six school-based health centers in Philadelphia.

Today, FPCN serves more than 15,000 patients annually and is a NCQA certified Patient-Centered Medical Home and recognized by HRSA as a National Quality Leader for Behavioral Health.

Position Summary

Upholds the mission and beliefs of the organization by diagnosing and treating all dental patients according to acceptable treatment standards.

Essential Duties and Functions

1. Diagnose and treat patients in accordance with accepted treatment standards which includes:
2. Examining patients' teeth and mouth
3. Analyzing x-rays and evaluates dental needs.
4. Treating teeth and tissue problems using equipment and tools, such as drills or mouth mirrors.
5. Maintain an acceptable level of visit productivity as per HRSA standards of 16 average visits per 8 hour day.
6. Provide instructions on dental care as well as administer medication and prescriptions for patients.
7. Maintain, complete, and sign all electronic patient records and check for accurate charting and progress notes.
8. Provide instruction to support to all support dental staff.
9. Devote time every year to continuing education, conferences and reading in dental public health.
10. Maintain current CPR certification.
11. Maintain required level of CDE hours for State licensure
12. Comply with all CDC and OSHA standards

Qualifications

• Pennsylvania state licensed dentist with a degree from an ADA approved dental school.
• Have graduated from an ADA approved Dental School.
• Hold current Dental license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• Have Federal DEA Certificate
• Have HEP B vaccination
• Be a team player with an excellent attitude-extremely patient friendly
• Have an interest in and commitment to public health dentistry.
• Show ongoing involvement in community outreach and education.
• TB, Hep B Vaccination required
• COVID Vaccination required
• Current CPR Card required

Working conditions

Hazard and Atmospheric Conditions

• Exposure to Loud Noise

Additional Special Working Conditions:

High exposure to blood borne pathogens and communicable diseases

Requirements

Physical requirements

Lifting Requirements

• Light: exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The use of arm and/or leg control requires force greater than sedentary, but worker still sits majority of time.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (stationary position)
• Walk
• Use hands or fingers to handle or feel (operate, activate, prepare, inspect, position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders)
• Talk/Hear (communicate, converse, convey, express/exchange information)
• See (detect, identify, recognize, inspect, assess)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion
• Reaching (high or low)
• Kneel, Stoop, Crouch or Crawl (position self, move)

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to get to and from Abbottsford Homes and the Abbottsford Falls Health Center. Has access to reliable transportation and/or the ability to walk throughout the community during the shift; can stand for long periods and carry equipment.

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.

Visa Sponsorship: FPCN does not provide H1B Visa Sponsorship. All candidates must be US Citizens and/or authorized to work in the United States without Sponsorship.

Anti-Racist Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (AJEDI): FPCN is committed to providing an environment that does not discriminate or disproportionately impact underrepresented and under-resourced communities within the FPCN network. The network's AJEDI initiatives strive to make FPCN a more equitable and just organization by helping to foster a culturally competent, inclusive, and integrated workplace.

Covid-19 Vaccine Mandate: FPCN, a program in the City of Philadelphia, are required to follow the COVID vaccine mandate for healthcare workers per Philadelphia Department of Public Health. FPCN requires Healthcare Workers to be fully vaccinated. Fully vaccinated means it has been two weeks since the final dose of vaccine. Thus, we require vaccination prior to start for all new hires. This currently does not include boosters.