Public Health Dentist

Hours: 8:00 - 5:00 Monday - Friday, 30-40 hours per week 

Benefits: The benefits package includes excellent employer paid health insurance with low out of pocket cost, retirement pension (NC Local Government Retirement System), 401(k) with match, dental, vision, life, disability, paid vacation, paid sick, 13 paid holidays, floating holiday, new hires start out with two vacation and sick days and begin accruing immediately, paid parental leave, paid volunteer hours, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, wellness allowance and more. (Benefits differ for part time employees). Prior local and state government years of service count toward calculating vacation accrual rate! 

The Dentist delivers effective and efficient patient care in compliance with established clinical protocols while maintaining independent professional responsibility for patient care. The Public Health Dentist strives to meet agency goals and divisional development as administered by the Dental Director. Services may be provided in a fixed clinic, mobile dental facility or in a community-based setting. The Dentist will work with local health agencies and schools to provide dental health education and direct care services for patients. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Provide high-quality dental treatment including composite restoration, extractions, stainless steel crowns and emergency treatment 
• Ensure the delivery of competent, accurate dental care to all patients as assigned
• Provide clinical direction to dental assistants and hygienists during day-to-day treatment
• ensure accuracy and appropriate confidentiality with patient charting and related recordkeeping
• Participate in community oral health program, including school-based program and community events
• Help foster a culture of evidence-based care and a positive environment for patients and staff 

Education/Experience: Graduate of and have a DMD or DDS degree from a university or college accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association. Prior experience in general dentistry and pediatrics preferred. 

License: Active license to practice dentistry in North Carolina; Active Controlled Substance Certificate (DEA) license. Current CPR certification, current driver's license. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Thorough knowledge in the practice of clinical dentistry for adults and children, and basic principles of public health dental practice 
• Ability to be sensitive to low income and ethnic minority community 
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective communication with clients, co-workers and the general public
• Possess ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships utilizing emotional intelligence skills 
• Ability to demonstrate a positive example of leadership 
• Must be able to work as an effective team member and exercise sound decision-making
• Must have active listening skills and be able to take initiative 

Our Mission

To improve individual and community health through services, education, and collaborative action.

Our Vision

We envision a thriving community where people make healthy choices in healthy environments.

CHA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.