The Dentist is responsible for providing primary dental care - in accordance with current clinical standards and law to Callen-Lorde patients, and for providing such care in a sensitive and non-judgmental manner, and for making appropriate internal and external referrals. He/she is expected to maintain a high degree of professional competence and the highest possible ethical standards and to function as part of a care-giving team.

Qualifications

Education, Experience

• DDS/DMD/CGME degree from an approved dental school.
• Current NYS licensure.
• Documentation of current Board certification.
• DEA Controlled Substances Registration Certificate.
• Familiarity with New York State Dental Medicaid/ADAP guidelines.
• Certification of completion of oral cancer detection mandate course.
• Knowledge of community health principles is desirable.
• Experience serving Callen-Lordes target populations preferred

Personal Characteristics, Skills and Abilities

• Commitment to the mission of Callen-Lorde
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Commitment to community-based health care
• Ability to work within team-based structure
• Fluency in more than one language desirable

All full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package including an exceptional no cost medical plan option for you, your domestic partner and/or your family, tuition assistance, dental insurance, vision insurance, no cost life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account, commuter benefits, a generous paid time off plan, and a 403B retirement savings plan. Learn more about our employee benefits   https://callen-lorde.org/benefits/