Dentist

Dentist Position at Mission Neighborhood Health Center

The Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) is a non-profit, multi-site community health organization offering comprehensive health services in the Mission and Excelsior Districts of San Francisco. The center offers primary health care services, adult medicine, pediatrics, family planning, OB/GYN, HIV and homeless services. We advocate for health equity and deliver innovative, high-quality services responsive to the neighborhoods and diverse communities we serve.

We are seeking a Dentist to join our team. This position reports to the Dental Director and is a regular, full-time, exempt role with a starting annual salary range of $162,510 to $178,741, with full benefits.

Primary Objective:

Under the supervision of the Dental Director, the Dentist will provide routine and emergency dental services to MNHC patients with the highest standards of quality and customer service. Services include diagnosis and treatment planning, general restorative procedures, crown and bridge construction, removable prosthetics, uncomplicated endodontics, and minor oral surgery.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Provide routine and emergency dental services, including diagnosis and treatment plans, general restorative procedures, crown and bridge construction, removable prosthetics, uncomplicated endodontics and minor oral surgery.
• Initiate and interpret x-ray and lab studies.
• Administer and prescribe anesthetics and medications.
• Refer patients for specialty care to other clinic programs or outside agencies when appropriate.
• Supervise Dental Assistant and Dental Hygienist as needed.
• Conduct follow-up patient care
• Provide dental and oral health education to patients and families.
• Assist in reviewing clinic productivity, scheduling procedures, and establishing guidelines for care an treatment.
• Teach and train patients and staff on illness prevention
• Actively participate in community dental programs.
• Assist with in-service and on-going training of clinic staff
• Build relationships and foster a high level of customer service.
• Manage difficult clients and patients, demonstrating interpersonal savvy and influence skills.
• Exercise professional judgment in the performance of services provided consistent with the organization's policies and the standards of the dental profession.
• Demonstrate high degree of knowledge and competency in the practice of dentistry and associated charting requirements.
• Perform assigned dental tasks using high level of skills and ability.
• Utilize computers for data entry and information retrieval with proficiency.
• Utilize and monitor effectiveness and efficiency of all equipment and supplies used in the delivery of services.
• Communicate frequently with others in verbal and written communication format.
• Implement and evaluate operational and administrative processes.
• Other duties as assigned

Core Competencies

• Quality of Work: Maintains high standards despite pressing deadlines.
• Communication: Writes and speak effectively. Demonstrate openness and honesty.
• Organization: Able to manage multiple projects and determine project urgency in a practical way. Uses goals to guide actions and creates detailed action plans.
• Customer Service: Strives to understand the needs of employees. Treats all employees with dignity, respect, and demonstrate appreciation of cultural differences.
• Safety: Takes immediate action to correct any unsafe situation.
• Teamwork: Promotes team effort in all activities and uses a team approach to problem solving. Understands and embraces the mission and strategic initiatives of the institution.

Minimum Qualifications:

• DDS or DMD Degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Valid license to practice dentistry in California.
• Demonstrated expertise in relevant dental practices, protocol, trends and best practices in clinical areas assigned.
• Demonstrated knowledge and success in effecting overall clinical operations.
• Experience/Knowledge of JCAHO accreditation process and requirements, as well as all federal, state and local regulations and standards associated with the delivery of care in a community health center environment.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and emergency situations successfully.
• Proficiency in knowledge of office management, use of computers, software packages, and office machines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

As a condition of employment, all candidates are required to meet specific immunization standards. Documentation of current immunizations, including Varicella, TDAP, COVID-19, MMR, and Hepatitis B, as well as TB test results valid within the last two (2) years must be submitted before the start date. Failure to provide this documentation may result in a delayed start or withdrawal of the job offer.

To learn more about our organization, please visit our website at We offer a full range of benefits which includes the following:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan includes a company contribution
• Vacation: 3 weeks annually
• Paid educational leave: 40 hours annually
• Medical insurance: zero out-of-pocket expense under the base plan
• Dental and vision insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Life insurance includes a free basic policy with an optional voluntary plan
• Paid time off includes 12 paid holidays, a birthday holiday, two floating holidays and 12 sick days per year
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses
• Commuter benefits

Mission Neighborhood Health Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.