Reference #: FAMPRDENTIST12202201Dentist Description/Job Summary
Family Practice & Counseling is seeking a General Dentist to join our network of health centers.The Dentist will be responsible for upholding the mission and beliefs of the organization by diagnosing and treating all dental patients according to acceptable treatment standards.
Team members are expected uphold the health center mission by assuring that patients receive health care that is competent, caring, and meets with a high degree of satisfaction. In addition, staff must support FPCN's commitment to the creation of a trauma-informed system of care that continually recognizes and responds to the impact of traumatic stress on all those who have contact with the organization, including children, adults, families, caregivers, and staff. Responsibilities/Duties
Diagnose and treat patients in accordance with accepted treatment standards which includes:Examining patients' teeth and mouthAnalyzing x-rays and evaluates dental needs.Treating teeth and tissue problems using equipment and tools, such as drills or mouth mirrors.Maintain an acceptable level of visit productivity as per HRSA standards of 16 average visits per 8 hour day.Provide instructions on dental care as well as administer medication and prescriptions for patients.Maintain, complete, and sign all electronic patient records and check for accurate charting and progress notes.Provide instruction to support to all support dental staff.Devote time every year to continuing education, conferences and reading in dental public health.Maintain current CPR certification.Maintain required level of CDE hours for State licensureComply with all CDC and OSHA standards Required Experience2 years of dental experience Required EducationGraduate with a doctoral degree from an ADA approved Dental School Required Qualifications
Currently licensed dentist in the Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaHave Federal DEA certificateHave HepB vaccinationKnowledge of Centricity/athenahealth and/or Visdental or similar EHR program preferred.Be a team player with an excellent attitude-extremely patient friendlyHave an interest in and commitment to public health dentistryShow ongoing involvement in community outreach and educationExemplary organizational skills and ability to prioritizeDemonstrate exemplary problem-solving, communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skillsAbility to work effectively as a team memberHighly responsible and reliable as well as courteousUnconditional ability to maintain patient confidentialityExhibit behaviors that align with RHD/FPCN's organizational values, mission, and beliefs and avoid displaying behaviors that are in opposition to those valuesSupport FPCN's commitment to the creation of a trauma-informed system of care that continually recognizes and responds to the impact of traumatic stress on all those who have contact with the organization, including children, adults, families, caregivers, and staff.Demonstrate cultural competence/proficiency in interactions with others by treating co-workers, colleagues and those receiving service with respect and fairness at all times.Ability to build and maintain positive and professional relationships based on respect, trust, and safetyAbility to create a space for staff and those we serve to feel physically and emotionally safeAbility to support individuals on their paths to recovery and healing and resist re-traumatization of staff and patients Program Summary
Family Practice and Counseling Network, a program of Resources for Human Development, is a network of community health centers providing comprehensive primary care, dental and behavioral health services. The Network consists of four health centers in Philadelphia - Abbottsford-Falls Family Practice & Counseling in the Northwest, the Stephen and Sandra Sheller 11th Street Family He lth Services of Drexel University in the North, the Health Annex in the Southwest, and Annex West Philly housed in Action Wellness (formerly Action AIDS). Today the Network serves more than 23,000 patients annually and is an NCQA certified Patient-Centered Medical Home.
Vaccine Mandate:FPCN, a program in the City of Philadelphia, are required to follow the COVID vaccine mandate for healthcare workers perPhiladelphia Department of Public Health. FPCN requires Healthcare Workers to be fully vaccinated. Fully vaccinated means it has been two weeks since the final dose of vaccine. Thus, we require vaccination prior to start for all new hires. This currently does not include boosters.
EEOResources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, and veteran or disability status.
Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.