Dental Director

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose: Serves as the working leader of the Dental Program. Diagnose and treat problems with a patient's teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth. Provide advice and instruction on taking care of teeth and gums and on diet choices that affect oral health.Job Duties:Complete dental budgets and monitor goals towards them. Participates on the management team.Maintains open lines of communication between departments. Remove decay from teeth and fill cavitiesRepair cracked or fractured teeth and remove teethStraight teeth to correct bite issuesPlace sealants or whitening agents on teethAdminister anesthetics to keep patients from feeling pain during proceduresWrite prescriptions for antibiotics or other medicationsExamine X-rays of teeth, gums, the jaw and nearby areas for problemsMake models and measurements for dental appliances, such as dentures, to fit patientsTeach patients about diet, flossing, use of fluoride, and other aspects of dental careUtilize dental equipment efficiently and effectivelyEducates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.Documents dental care services by charting in patient records.Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.Deals with public and staff, both in person and over the telephone, in tactful and professional manner.Performs other duties as assigned  Education/Skills/Qualifications:Licensed to work in the state of New York as a DentistGraduate of an accredited college of Dental MedicineCPR certifiedKnowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertiseMinimum 1 year experience in a primary care clinicLegal authorization to work in the United States A valid State Driver's license with clean records and access to insured automobileExcellent interpersonal and communication skills requiredLeadership and organizational skills essentialBilingual especially in Spanish is preferredComputer literate preferredSelf-motivated and flexible to daily patient schedule and/or clinic needsThe Chautauqua Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era, pregnancy, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship or membership in any other legally protected class.