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Company: Aza Health

Location: Palatka, FL 32177

Description:

Thriving non-profit, federally qualified health center headquartered in Palatka, Florida is seeking a motivated and experienced dentist.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. EOE.

This is a full-time position. Monday-Thursday,8:00 am-7:00 pm

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide the full scope of primary care oral health services which fall under his/her field of

training, including, but not limited to, diagnosis, treatment, coordination of care, preventive care

and health maintenance to patients of Aza Health (AH). In addition, the Dental Provider is a

member of the AH team. In that capacity, he/she is expected to be familiar with the philosophy,

goals and objectives of AH and work collaboratively to achieve them. He/she must be cognizant

of, and comply with, all AH policies and procedures, as well as pertinent state and federal

regulations. This position reports to the Chief Dental Officer.

POSTION RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide direct dental services to AH patients to include diagnosis and treatment of

injuries, diseases and malformations of teeth, gums and related oral structures (obtain

health history, perform exam, document treatment plan, minor surgical procedures,

etc.); preventive and maintenance care (regular oral exams, preventive services,

health education, etc.); and, specialty care referrals. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp

and other dental tissues affecting the vitality of the teeth. Patient care must be

completed in a manner consistent with applicable clinical care guidelines.

Work no less than 40 hours a week in the provision of outpatient primary dental care

to AH patients.

EDUCATION
Dental Degree (D.D.S. or D.M.D.)

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES
State of Florida Licensure
Basic Life Support Certification

EXPERIENCE
Three to five years preferred, but not required

SKILLS

1. Language - Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required.

2. Computer literate - ability to utilize electronic health record in the performance of

clinical duties.

3. Ability to analyze complex information and communicate effectively both orally and

in writing.

4. Excellent interpersonal skills to establish effective and harmonious relations with AH

patients, AH staff and the general public.

5. Commitment to and ability to successfully demonstrate honesty, confidentiality,

integrity, quality, teamwork, customer service, and professionalism. Must have and

display a positive outlook. Must demonstrate dedication to the Aza Health mission

and to the success of the corporation.

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