- Jackson, Mississippi
About
If you're looking to start a rewarding career with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others and improve the overall well-being of the American Indian/ Alaskan Native population, MACT Health Board Inc. may be right for you. We value integrity, skill, and cultural compassion and are always looking for candidates that will help us fulfill our mission and continue to grow. Compensation package includes; Benefits, Medical, Dental and Vision. Retirement Contribution at 90 Days. Student Loan Assistant and Repayment Programs.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Dental Director has overall responsibility for the delivery of quality dental services in the ambulatory health care environment. The Dental Director will coordinate the delivery of services with the Medical and Family and Community Health Services Departments. These services will be provided in a manner consistent with guidelines established by the organization, as well as State and Federal funding sources. The position requires an awareness and keen appreciation of American Indian traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs and the ability at all times to meet and deal effectively in contacts with Indian health organizations which requires tact, courtesy, discretion, resourcefulness and good judgment in handling functions of a sensitive nature.
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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. The Dental Director's primary work responsibility is patient care, whether performed by him/herself or other dental staff and includes the following services: Preventive Education Emergency Treatment Diagnostic Restorative Dentistry Periodontal Maintenance Therapy Prosthodontics Referrals for specialty care Referrals to other Health Center Departments 2. In addition to the direct delivery of patient care, the Dental Director will perform the following administrative functions: Monitor the quality assurance activities of the Dental Department. Develop and coordinate all oral health activities of the Health Center. Supervise the dental staff, including making recommendations for hiring, promoting and disciplinary action as appropriate. Conduct department meetings and represent the dental department at staff meetings and at meetings of professional groups. Insure that all dental staff carry our their duties in a manner consistent with Health Center Policies and program guidelines. Maintain accurate and complete records of all Dental Department activities. Develop Dental Department protocols and procedures. In the event of occurrences such as; epidemic outbreaks, poisonings, fires, major accidents, deaths from unnatural causes, or other catastrophes and unusual occurrences which threaten the welfare, safety or health of patients, will be responsible for notifying the Department of Health Services, the local health department and the local fire authority as required. Will be responsible to report such occurrences (as listed above) within twenty-four hours by telephone (and confirmed in writing) to the local health officer or the Department of Health Services as required. An incident report shall be retained on file by the clinic for one year. Comply with all MACT policies and procedures. Performs duties as requested or assigned by the Executive Director.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited dental college. Must have a license to practice dentistry in California. Minimum of two year's professional experience in dentistry and administrative experience desirable. Current AHA BLS CPR card. Must adhere to the MACT Health Board, Inc. Corporate Code of Conduct. Must provide monthly report to Board of Directors on activities during the month.
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Announcement #:
MACT REQ-1625
Who May Apply?
All Groups of Qualified Individuals
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Languages
- English