full-time 15 days ago
Dentist
Minnesota Community Care
Saint Paul, MN 55107
150,000/yr
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Job Description
Organizational Overview
As Minnesota's largest Federally Qualified Health Center, Minnesota Community Care ensures that the communities we serve have access to high quality and affordable health care. Our patients predominantly identify as people of color (80%), low-wealth (61% patients
Summary
The dentist position is responsible for patient management and the practice of dentistry as presented in the principle of practice. This position requires one to work cooperatively and collaboratively with other job families to provide an excellent patient experience.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Provides the following types of dental care:
Restorative
Periodontics
Endodontics
Prosthodontics (fixed and removable)
Oral Surgery
Preventive orthodontics
Pedodontics
Emergency care
Patient education
Recommends specialty referrals when necessary.
Consistently practices and ensures the use of universal precautions, hazardous and infectious waste precautions/handling, and right-to-know.
Assists in development and monitoring of performance improvement activities.
Participates in review and update of clinic principles of practice.
Attends and participates in all staff meetings.
Participates in peer review and quality of care chart audits.
Key Competencies
Commitment to driving diversity, equity and inclusion
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong critical thinking skills
Excellent communication, leadership, and planning skills
Strong project management skills and experience managing cross-functional relationships and priorities
Proven strategic agility, ability to succeed in a fast-paced, continuously evolving environment
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Supervisory Responsibilities
Does not directly supervise staff. Dentists are considered informal leaders within the dental team.
Work Environment
Primary environment is home office, administrative office, or clinical office. This role requires regular walking. This role may come into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses.
Physical Demands
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirements
Must have the ability to travel between MCC sites in the St. Paul/Minneapolis metro area.
Required Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited dental school
Valid Minnesota DDS license
Valid DEA license
Maintenance of continuing education, especially pertaining to general and public health dentistry.
CPR certification.
Maintain credentialing with all insurance plans contracted with our clinics.
Preferred Education and Experience
Experience preferred in the practice of general and public health dentistry.
Public health interest/experience preferred.
Bi-lingual Spanish/English a plus.
What we offer for you:
23 days of PTO
11 Federal Holidays
403B retirement fund
Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD
Continuing Education
Employee Assistance Program
License Reimbursements
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
Minnesota Community Care is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
As Minnesota's largest Federally Qualified Health Center, Minnesota Community Care ensures that the communities we serve have access to high quality and affordable health care. Our patients predominantly identify as people of color (80%), low-wealth (61% patients
Summary
The dentist position is responsible for patient management and the practice of dentistry as presented in the principle of practice. This position requires one to work cooperatively and collaboratively with other job families to provide an excellent patient experience.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Provides the following types of dental care:
Restorative
Periodontics
Endodontics
Prosthodontics (fixed and removable)
Oral Surgery
Preventive orthodontics
Pedodontics
Emergency care
Patient education
Recommends specialty referrals when necessary.
Consistently practices and ensures the use of universal precautions, hazardous and infectious waste precautions/handling, and right-to-know.
Assists in development and monitoring of performance improvement activities.
Participates in review and update of clinic principles of practice.
Attends and participates in all staff meetings.
Participates in peer review and quality of care chart audits.
Key Competencies
Commitment to driving diversity, equity and inclusion
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong critical thinking skills
Excellent communication, leadership, and planning skills
Strong project management skills and experience managing cross-functional relationships and priorities
Proven strategic agility, ability to succeed in a fast-paced, continuously evolving environment
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Supervisory Responsibilities
Does not directly supervise staff. Dentists are considered informal leaders within the dental team.
Work Environment
Primary environment is home office, administrative office, or clinical office. This role requires regular walking. This role may come into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses.
Physical Demands
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirements
Must have the ability to travel between MCC sites in the St. Paul/Minneapolis metro area.
Required Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited dental school
Valid Minnesota DDS license
Valid DEA license
Maintenance of continuing education, especially pertaining to general and public health dentistry.
CPR certification.
Maintain credentialing with all insurance plans contracted with our clinics.
Preferred Education and Experience
Experience preferred in the practice of general and public health dentistry.
Public health interest/experience preferred.
Bi-lingual Spanish/English a plus.
What we offer for you:
23 days of PTO
11 Federal Holidays
403B retirement fund
Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD
Continuing Education
Employee Assistance Program
License Reimbursements
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
Minnesota Community Care is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
About Minnesota Community Care
Minnesota Community Care is dedicated to providing affordable health care to all individuals in St. Paul, MN. They believe in ensuring access to comprehensive health care services regardless of income or insurance status.