Dentist for FQHC - Lone Star Circle of Care - Austin, TX

Permanent Dentist Job

Austin, TX

Job Description

OBJECTIVE:
Responsible for providing clinical dental services and preventive dental care to patients. The Staff Dentist supervises the dental assistants and dental hygienists in the absence of the Dental Director.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Comprehensive knowledge of primary dental care in outpatient settings.


Knowledge of the principles and practice of modern dentistry as related to public health organizations and community health programs.


Knowledge of current social and economic problems pertaining to public health and their impact on primary health care.


Ability to support LSCC mission and readily serve its patient population.


Willingness to travel and work from a different clinic if necessary.


Knowledge of public health principles and practices.


Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills required

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSE:

Graduate of an accredited dental school required (DDS or equivalent).


Unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of Texas


Texas DPS and DEA registrations.


Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross


Ability to maintain appropriate clinical privileges

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSE:

Completion of an accredited general practice residency (GPR) program or advanced education in General Dentistry (AEGD) program


FTCA coverage or private professional malpractice insurance obtainable


Proficiency with EMR system


Bilingual English/Spanish language skills are a definite plus

All LSCC employees function as a member of a collaborative health care team to create and maintain a Patient Centered Medical Home where emphasis is on excellent communication, support of the patient in self-management and care is provided and tracked in a culturally competent, behaviorally enhanced setting supported by information technology.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $165,000.00 per year
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Supplemental Pay:

Bonus opportunities
Performance bonus

Ability to Relocate:

Austin, TX 78745: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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