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CentroMed

Non-profit health center delivering primary care

Dentist

DentalConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSan Antonio, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree is required.
  • A current Texas dental license is required.
  • A current DEA Controlled Substance Registration certificate is required.
  • The candidate must be eligible for medical liability coverage under the Federal Tort Claims Act.
  • Demonstrated expertise in relevant dental practices, protocols, trends, and best practices in assigned clinical areas is required.
  • Knowledge and success in effecting overall clinical operations are required.
  • Experience or knowledge of the JCAHO accreditation process and requirements, as well as federal, state, and local regulations and standards associated with delivering care in a community health center environment, is required.
  • The ability to manage multiple responsibilities and emergency situations successfully is required.
  • Bilingual Spanish and English proficiency is required.
  • The candidate must be able to move freely, including bending, reaching, standing, stooping, walking, pushing, and pulling.
  • A medium to high level of manual dexterity is required, including the ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
  • The candidate must be able to perform the essential duties of the position and meet its attendance requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive and appropriate dental care and treatment to patients, and diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth, gums, and related oral structures.
  • Deliver competent, accurate, high-quality dental care and treatment to assigned patients, supporting improvements in patient well-being through accurate and timely diagnosis.
  • Provide leadership and direction to other dental clinic staff and contribute to overall clinic results, clinical and quality standards, and productivity goals.
  • Maintain accurate, efficient, and appropriately confidential patient charting, records, and assigned administrative functions.
  • Ensure dental treatment and care comply with regulatory, accreditation, professional, clinic, and quality standards, as well as contracted protocols and procedures.
  • Develop and maintain favorable relationships with patients and their families, ensuring services are delivered in a caring and professional manner.
  • Develop and maintain favorable relationships with vendors, contractors, and payor sources.
  • Collaborate with dentists, dental staff, and clinic operations staff to support successful clinic operations.
  • Represent the organization professionally in actions, job performance, conduct, and communications, and comply with corporate policies, procedures, mission, and values.
  • Perform quality clinical and radiographic evaluations to diagnose and treat diseases of the oral cavity.
  • Promote oral health by providing educational information on preventive and restorative dentistry and oral hygiene.
  • Review and follow dental clinic protocols, policies, and procedures.
  • Document and follow treatment plans that include appropriate preventive and restorative therapy in accordance with standards of care and clinical quality.
  • Work as a member of the dental staff to implement objectives and clinical outcome measures for the Life Cycle Groups of the Health Care Plan.
  • Manage patient flow and work toward productivity goals.
  • Participate in the annual evaluation of dental support staff.
  • Participate in the dental quality assurance program, including quarterly chart audits, infection control, and OSHA regulations.
  • Review and participate in implementation of the dental safety program.
  • Participate in evaluating and implementing changes in the dental department to ensure quality community services.
  • Monitor and maintain continuing dental education requirements for the Texas license as required by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.

About the Company

CentroMed

Non-profit health center delivering primary care

CentroMed is a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center that runs more than 20 clinics in the San Antonio area to provide primary care and related health services. Its care model centers on clinics offering family practice, pediatrics, women’s health, dental care, behavioral health, and HIV/AIDS services, serving underserved and low-income people regardless of their ability to pay, with funding from program fees, grants, and contributions; it accepts Medicare and Medicaid. The organization distinguishes itself through its community roots, broad service network, and partnerships with local health systems to expand access. Its goal is to increase access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for underserved communities by delivering comprehensive care through clinics and community collaborations.

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