OPS DENTIST

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This part-time position is located at the Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County (DOH-Charlotte). The incumbent is responsible for providing preventive, restorative, prosthetic and minor surgical dental services for eligible patients in accordance with all Federal and State laws and within the guidelines established by the State Health and Dental Administrative office. This position reports to the County Health Department Administrator.

• Dental and medical evaluations
• Diagnosis and treatment planning – including all necessary procedures required to make proper diagnosis
• Restorative procedures (per program limitations)
• Oral surgery procedures (extractions)
• Preventive services, dental and medical
• Prosthetic services, when indicated (per program limitations)
• All other dental services permitted by Medicaid
• Other medical and dental referrals as authorized by dental program policy
• Maintain detailed, accurate and comprehensive client records according to State guidelines
• Refer clients for medical or specialized dental treatment and/or diagnoses
• Proficiently operate various types of dental instruments and equipment using proper technique according to established dental practice, OSHA standards and DOH-Charlotte guidelines

• Involves him/herself in related community programs, representing the DOH-Charlotte in a positive manner
• Assists and develops training for paraprofessional dental staff in dental procedures according to protocols
• Attends and participates in staff development such as staff meetings and in-service education
• May perform chart peer reviews and support paraprofessionals operating under provider license per protocols
• Support a learning environment and may serve as preceptor to students

• Scheduling of patients
• Ensuring sufficient patient load to meet productivity standards
• Maintaining adequate supplies and equipment, including schedules for maintenance
• Maintaining and periodically checking emergency equipment and supplies
• Performs other related work as required, including dental surveys, screenings, presentations, staff meetings and quality improvement meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge:

• Statutes, and Rules and Regulations that pertain to the programs.

Skills:

• Use of equipment and supplies related to the position.

Ability:

• Work with others in a professional, considerate and helpful manner. Projects a positive image of DOH-Charlotte and self.
• Be self-confident, motivated, and enthusiastic drive to perform current job duties and undertake duties of greater responsibility.
• Take and give direction; accept and deliver constructive criticism; and respond and implement suggestions for improvement.
• Accommodate changing situations or plans for satisfactory performance of the job. Able to change easily from one task to another.
• Navigate the Internet, use office suite and assorted software, and use of technology equipment.
• Take the initiative to communicate accurate, up-to-date plans and information to subordinates, peers, and management. Express thoughts clearly, both verbally and in writing. Listen and understands the views of others.
• Develop new insights into situations and applies innovative solutions to make organizational improvements; design and implement new or cutting-edge programs/processes.
• Show understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others; relates well to different people from varied backgrounds and different situations.
• Work with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; know about available products and services; is committed to providing excellence in products and services.
• Manage a variety of responsibilities in a timely, efficient manner and is able to prioritize tasks.

• Licensure as a Dentist in the State of Florida in accordance with Florida Statute 466 is required.
• A valid driver s license is required.
• This position requires daily in-office or field work.

Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision: To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

Collaboration:

We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems. Accountability:
We perform with integrity & respect. Responsiveness:
We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners. Excellence:
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