Dentist - Open Door Care Network : Job Details

DENTIST

Description:

Open Door Care Network provides health care and wellness programs to individuals and families in need throughout Westchester, Putnam, and Ulster Counties. A pioneer Federally Qualified Health Center, Open Door provides more than 300,000 patient visits annually and serves nearly 60,000 individual patients who might not otherwise have access. Open Door offers integrated services and a holistic approach to building healthier communities. Primary medical care, dental care, integrated behavioral health care, clinical nutrition, wellness programs, and chronic disease management are the foundation of its clinical programs.

Founded as a free clinic in 1972, Open Door's mission of building healthier communities through accessible, equitable, culturally competent health care has led to site and service expansions. Today, Open Door operates centers in Brewster, Mamaroneck, Mount Kisco, Ossining, Port Chester, and Sleepy Hollow, in addition to eight School-Based Health Centers in the Port Chester and Ossining School Districts, a mobile dental van in Ossining, and a dental practice in Saugerties, NY. For more information, please visit our website at www.opendoormedical.org

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate General Dentist with 3 to 5 years of hands-on clinical experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of dental procedures and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centered care. Prior experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center FQHC is strongly preferre

d.Independently perform comprehensive dental procedures, including but not limited

• toDental restorat
• ionDental palliative treatment for emergency patie
• ntsAnterior and premolar root canal ther
• apyExtracti
• onsCrown and bridge restorati
• onsFabrication and fitting of removable prosthet
• icsDeliver preventive and restorative dental services such as exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants and endodontic treatme
• ntsDevelop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and medical hist
• oryProvide both routine and urgent care, including palliative treatments and pulpotom
• iesCollaborate with patients and their families to coordinate care that aligns with the patient's overall health and dental treatment go
• alsMaintain accurate up-to-date patient records in compliance with FQHC and regulatory standa
• rdsPrescribe medications in accordance with clinical guidelines and patient health sta
• tusParticipate in community outreach and dental health education initiatives to promote preventive care and empower patients to make informed oral health decisi
• onsAdhere to organizational protocols, including Open Door policies and procedu
• resProvide clinical supervision, guidance, and mentorship to General Practice Residency GPR reside
• ntsMaintain a high level of organization and time management in a fast-paced clinical environm

entQualificati

• onsDoctor of Dental Medicine or Surgery, from a CODA-accredited institut
• ionCurrent New York State license without restrictions in New York State before the start d
• ateCompletion of a one-year General Practice Residency or Advanced Education in General Dentis
• tryPrior experience in federally qualified health centers or at an academic setting delivering patient care is desi
• redExcellent diagnostic ski
• llsOutstanding chair-side manners : patient-centric with empathy, excellent active listening, and communication ski
• llsOutstanding clinical capabilities and judgm
• entResponsive and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-accountability environm
• entFamiliarity with appropriate documentation and compliance for public health dental practices and the ability to adapt to existing electronic health records syst
• emsExcellent judgment and ability to prioritize resources where they will be most use
• fulComfortable receiving and providing feedback and coach
• ingEngaged in lifetime learning and continuous quality improvem
• entOutstanding written and verbal communication skills with a culturally diverse patient and staff populat
• ionPassionate about providing quality oral health care to low-income, underserved residents and those lacking access to health c
• areProficiency in the Spanish language is desi

redThere are many fantastic benefits to a career at Open Door Care Network. In addition to working to effect positive change in the health and lives of thousands residents of Westchester and Putnam counties, Open Door Care Network offers its employees a stimulating, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) and 401(k), generous paid time off, onsite Wellness facilities, and educational assistance. Aside from excellent benefits, we offer a competitive salary and annual bonuses based on patient ca

re.At Open Door, we enjoy working in a team-based, patient-centered environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace that values our patients and the communities we serve. If you want to make a difference in the lives of thousands of patients in the health of our communities of Westchester and Putnam counties, and if the position speaks to your capabilities, experience, and commitment to improve the health of our communities, please complete the application, upload your resume, and cover letter with salary requirements. Qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or em

ail.Open Door is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bottom of

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