General Dentist

General Dentist

Dental Clinic 

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Founded in 1987, Damien Center is Indiana’s oldest and largest AIDS service organization (ASO) and serves more than 8,000 individuals living with or at risk for HIV through a comprehensive, innovative approach to care and prevention. Our purpose is to be a trusted partner in providing services, education and advocacy for all people living with or at risk for HIV and any person seeking a safe and welcoming home for care. Our services include care coordination, clinical and pharmacy services, mental health, housing, and nutrition. 

Position Summary:

The General Dentist will provide high-quality dental care to patients at the Damien Center Dental Clinic. This role focuses on delivering comprehensive dental services, including diagnostic, preventive, restorative, and therapeutic care, while ensuring a welcoming and inclusive environment for all patients. The General Dentist will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to integrate oral health into the broader care continuum, promoting overall wellness for historically underserved populations. This position is instrumental in advancing the Damien Center’s mission to improve access to dental care for individuals living with or at risk for HIV and others seeking a safe and affirming space for health services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities, and skills. 

• Perform thorough dental examinations and diagnostics, including reviewing medical and dental histories, conducting radiographic imaging, and assessing oral health status to create personalized treatment plans.
• Provide routine dental cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, and other preventive services to minimize the risk of oral health issues such as cavities, gum disease, and oral cancers.
• Deliver high-quality restorative care, including fillings, crowns, bridges, and other procedures to restore functionality and aesthetics.
• Perform extractions and minor oral surgeries as needed, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to safety protocols.
• Address root canal therapies, gum disease treatments, and other specialized procedures to manage infections and preserve natural teeth whenever possible.
• Provide complete and partial dentures, and other prosthetics, ensuring a tailored fit and natural appearance to enhance patients’ quality of life.
• Educate patients on best practices for oral hygiene, the importance of routine dental visits, and the relationship between oral health and overall systemic health. Empower patients with knowledge to prevent dental issues and maintain optimal oral health.
• Address urgent dental needs such as broken teeth, abscesses, or injuries with immediate interventions to alleviate pain and prevent further complications.
• Create a welcoming and affirming environment for all patients, including those with diverse backgrounds, identities, and health conditions, such as people living with or at risk for HIV/AIDS.
• Adhere strictly to infection prevention protocols, maintaining a sterile environment in compliance with OSHA and CDC standards to protect both patients and staff.
• Leverage advanced dental technologies, such as digital imaging and electronic health records, to enhance diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes.
• Partner with Damien Center’s interdisciplinary teams including medical, behavioral health, and pharmacy staff to address the holistic health needs of patients and integrate dental care seamlessly into broader treatment plans.

Education and/or Experience:

• Required 
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited institution.
  • Valid state dental license and current DEA registration.
  • Minimum of 5 years clinical experience in general dentistry, with proficiency in a wide range of dental procedures.
• Preferred
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships with patients and staff.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in managing clinical teams or projects preferred.
  • Proficiency in dental software and electronic health records (EHR) systems.
  • Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with HIV/AIDS preferred.
  • Bilingual in Spanish/ English preferred

*Work or lived experience may substitute for education requirements on a case-by-case basis. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Possess superior organizational and administrative skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities. Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment. Ability to work independently and achieve high standards of productivity, achieving deadlines and with superior product results. Strong calendaring, organizational, and document management skills required. Proactive approach to solving problems and communicating to leadership. Knowledge of office management systems, procedures, and office equipment required. Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work. 

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the basic knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual in this role must display the highest level of integrity and confidentiality. The individual should have effective communication skills, attention to detail and organization, and flexibility and adaptability. The individual will also maintain knowledge of trends in their area of responsibility.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are general representations of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to touch and handle objects. The employee frequently stands or walks.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Remote work is on a case-by-case basis and must be approved by the supervisor. 

• Office setting, with sustained use of a computer.
• The noise level in the work environment is minimal to moderate.
• Individuals should maintain personal and professional competency and work to create an environment of courtesy, respect, inclusion, and positivity in all interactions both internal and external to the organization.

FLSA Status: Salaried, Full-time, Exempt

Leader: Dental Director

Salary: $154,197-210,269 annually

Benefits:  

• 150 hours of PTO in the first year followed by 195 hours per year moving forward.
• 12 paid holidays
• Medical coverage options include a PPO plan or a HDHP. 
• Dental & Vision plans
• Health Saving Account or Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403b Retirement Account with 5% matching and 100% vesting after 90 days
• Life Insurance @ 2 times the annual salary
• Voluntary Life Insurance Plan including spouse and child coverage options
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Premium Subscription to the CALM APP which assists with anxiety, stress & other mental health challenges
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Annual performance review that includes an annual performance-based salary increase

Protecting our team members, clients, volunteers, and community partners is an integral part of how we ensure our continued work with the clients we serve. As a condition of employment, Damien Center requires team members to be vaccinated against influenza and receive a tuberculosis skin test (or chest x-ray) annually, barring an approved religious or medical exemption.

Damien Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Damien Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, other legally protected status, or genetic (including family medical history) information.

Damien Center complies with applicable federal laws and with all state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which Damien Center has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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This position description does not constitute a contract of employment or guarantee of any terms or conditions of employment. Damien Center employees are employed on an at-will basis. Nothing in this position description restricts Damien Center’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.