Dentist 2 (50%) (NY HELPS)

*Minimum Qualifications*

Valid license and current New York State registration to practice dentistry in New York State and three years of full-time, post-licensure professional dentistry experience, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity in a dental health care setting. You must also have kept abreast of current developments in dentistry through the completion of continuing education in the amount of at least 150 hours post-graduate education. Must maintain a valid New York State license and registration. This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

*Duties Description*

This Dentist 2 position is a direct service position. The incumbent will provide professional dental care for youth who are in the custody of OCFS by diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries and malformations of teeth and gums. The Dentist 2 will perform a full-range of dental duties in connection with the treatment of dental diseases or dental health problems requiring corrective restorative or preventive measures as required by agency policy and procedures.
PRIMARY CLINICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
* Conduct examinations of individuals teeth and surrounding oral structures utilizing x-rays, mouth mirrors and other diagnostic procedures and instruments to determine pathological or irregular conditions.
* Treat dental diseases, injuries and malfunctions of teeth and gums.
* Perform restoration of simple and compound cavities.
* Administer anesthetics.
* Perform oral surgery commensurate with professional qualifications.
* Perform extractions of teeth.
* Clean teeth by scaling calculus.
* Treat teeth, mouth and gum infections with appropriate drugs or by surgery.
* Maintain written records of individuals dental treatments.
* Advise individuals about dental health practices.
* Instruct and direct paraprofessional dental staff in the performance of auxiliary duties.
* Additional duties and schedule to be discussed in detail at interview.

Vacancy ID159927

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $197,796.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Primary Care
Schedule:
* 4 hour shift

Ability to Commute:
* Claverack, NY 12513 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Claverack, NY 12513: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person