Dentist

WIHD is seeking a part-time Dentist to work in our clinic and on our mobile dental van 2-3 days per week.

Looking for courteous and organized individual who enjoys work as part of a treatment team. Candidates must be interested in working with the special needs population and ideally be available Tuesdays, Wednesdays and/or Fridays to work, but not required. The WIHD Dental Center offers a complete range of specialized dental services and ongoing care for people with disabilities. Our comprehensive program is designed to create a “dental home” ensuring quality and continuity of care for both adults and children. These services are delivered in our state-of-the-art dental suite at WIHD; in our Dental Van, which regularly visits community services agencies throughout the Hudson Valley Region; and at the Westchester Medical Center. WIHD's dental mobile van has two fully equipped dental operatories and serves both the lower- and upper-Hudson Valley areas. Responsibilities Include: Performs semi-annual dental services, including:

oral clinical examination; dental x-rays, if needed; dental prophylaxis; Provide dental operative and prosthodontic treatment as needed, including:

amalgam and composite fillings, crowns, removable partials or complete dentures, as needed; Perform Periodontal debridement, scaling and root planning as needed; Student Training which consists of student observation of behavior management, dental procedures and student assisting when appropriate and circumstances allow. Qualifications: Possession of a valid license and current registration, issued by the New York State Education Department in dentistry; 1 - 2 years of private or hospital dental practice, or a graduate of an accredited 1 year general practice residency program. As one of only 67 University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, WIHD creates better futures for these individuals through the creation and dissemination of innovative research, professional leadership education and best practices trainings. WIHD provides a positive working environment that promotes employee safety, growth and goal attainment. WIHD values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation details:

80-82.4 Hourly Wage

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