Dentist

Description

Primary Purpose of Position:

We are passionate about our mission here at North Shore Community Health! Our mission is to build healthy communities by providing exceptional care to all. If you are someone that shares our mission and believes that first impressions are lasting impressions, you are a great candidate for us. We are currently seeking a Dentist to be an integral part of our team. Under the direction of the Dental Director, the General Dentist provides quality oral health care to the patients of North Shore Community Health. The General Dentist must follow the standards and mission established by North Shore Health Community Health. The General Dentist provides preventative and restorative services in dentistry and promotes optimum oral health. As a team member you will work with staff who are racially, ethnically and culturally diverse, so being culturally competent is required. A sense of humor is also very important!

The Organization

North Shore Community Health (NSCH) is a highly accomplished community health organization that prides itself on its compassionate approach to serving the surrounding communities with comprehensive and culturally sensitive care. With a strong commitment to excellence, NSCH provides:

• Comprehensive primary care.
• Dental services.
• Behavioral health care.
• Care management.
• Pharmacy services.
• Substance abuse disorder treatment.
• Nurse care management.
• Insurance enrollment assistance.

NSCH operates service sites at Gloucester, Peabody, and Salem Family Health Centers, ensuring convenient access to care. Additionally, NSCH extends its reach through school-based health centers within the Salem and Peabody School Districts. NSCH collaborates with Bentley Academy, Collins Middle School, Horace Mann School, Bates Elementary School, and the Peabody Learning Academy for behavioral health services.

As a community-based safety net healthcare provider, NSCH actively encourages diversity and welcomes staff members who reflect the rich tapestry of our communities. We highly value the contributions of our team members and offer a wide range of perks and comprehensive benefits. These include health and wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness opportunities, and other appealing benefits.

We believe in supporting our employees from day one, and all eligible staff members can take advantage of these benefits right from the start of their employment at NSCH. We aim to foster a supportive and rewarding environment that empowers our team members to provide exceptional care to our communities.

Mission

North Shore Community Health’s mission is to build healthy communities by providing exceptional care to all.

Vision

Healthy People | Vibrant Communities

Values

Accountability

We take our responsibility to ourselves, each other, and the NSCH Community very seriously. We understand our individual roles, and positions of power with respect to how others perceive our roles and actions. We hold ourselves accountable when we make mistakes–acknowledging the error, owning it, taking corrective actions, and moving forward. We follow through on what we commit or resolve to do.

Integrity

Integrity is the foundation of healthy relationships. We are committed to the highest ethical standards: honesty, fairness, respectfulness, and trustworthiness. We are honorable and respectful in dealings with others, and we strive to deal honestly, fairly, and in a respectful, ethical, and trustworthy manner when in agreement or disagreement.

Empathy

Empathy is a deep appreciation for another’s situation and point of view, which is the basis for the golden rule and our intrinsic sense of justice. We strive to bring empathy into our interactions with each other and with our patients.

Courage

We see courage as the strength of character to stand up for our convictions and belief system. To have courage is to have the fortitude to take risks and to extend one’s behaviors, actions, and thoughts beyond one’s comfort zone. We appreciate that courage is often required to compromise. Courage is a state of mind to face adverse, difficult, and challenging situations with confidence and positive energy.

Respect

NSCH holds its patients in the highest regard. We provide care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient needs and values. We take the time to listen to concerns, understand what is important, and provide appropriate solutions and care. We do this through coordination and integration of care, collaboration, and teamwork.

Commitment

NSCH is committed to the health and well-being of its community, patients, and staff. We demonstrate this commitment by constantly striving to align our actions with our mission, vision, and values.

EEO Statement:

We, North Shore Community Health (NSCH), are an equal employment opportunity employer. Our goal is to have a diverse workforce representative of all people, at all job levels, in the organization. We do not and will not make any personnel decisions (like recruiting, hiring, job assignments, and promotions) based on age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

https://www.nschi.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/nsch_eeo-policy-statement-dec-2021.pdf

Essential Functions: 

• Provide direct care to scheduled patients and/or walk-in patients when necessary.
• Diagnose and treat dental disease, injuries and malformations of hard and soft oral tissues and related oral structures.
• Examines patients to determine the nature of the dental condition utilizing x-rays, dental instruments and other diagnostic procedures.
• Following all the NSCH Dental policies but not limited to: Emergencies, Prior Approvals, No Show Policy, all Clinical and Scheduling protocols. Chart all existing treatment, dental conditions and treatment plan in Electronic Dental Record and order the treatment plan for better communication between clinical and administrative staff for better patient’s care.
• Completion and signature of any forms necessary for patients billing, understanding the different dental insurances basis and meeting the standards and requirements of third- party payors.
• Subject to all standards of productivity established with his/her input by the Health Center or as required by a funding or regulatory agency.
• Provide consultation and collaborate to other Health Center providers and staff.
• Seeks outside advice and consultation as necessary. Participate in development of short range and long range dental service plans and objectives.
• Participate in scheduled meetings for case management and general staff.
• Participate in quality improvement activities by the Dental Program and/or the Health Center or as required by a funding or regulatory agency.
• Participate in any contracts in which the Center is engaged with and where his/her services are required, as long as given reasonable notice to consider options.
• Participate in health promotion activities including school screenings, health fairs, and other events sponsored by the Health Center.
• Participate in continuing education programs and in-service training, to maintain licensure and to meet the needs of the patient population.
• Participate in any meetings or committees as directed by Dental Director.
• Maintain strict adherence to the NSCH Confidentiality policy including HIPAA guidelines.
• Treat all patients in a welcoming and professional manner.
• Demonstrate professionalism by appropriate attire, attendance, attitude, and behavior within the clinical setting.
• Welcome new employees and students to the team by assisting with their orientation to the team and mentoring them, as requested.
• Contribute to the team effort by supporting all team members and maintaining an open and positive attitude.
• Is aware that he/she may be assigned temporarily to a different site location to suit the needs of the Health Center as appropriate.
• Is aware that in order to respond promptly and appropriately to emergencies, any staff member may be assigned duties that differ from those in the job description.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Dentistry (DMD, DDS) from accredited School of Dentistry

• Current Licensure in Dentistry in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (fully licensed or

limited licensed)

• One (1) to two (2) years’ experience in a dental practice, community health center

experience preferred

• Bi-lingual in Spanish/Portuguese and English strongly preferred

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

• Experience with Electronic Dental Records.

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse staff and patients

• Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills that demonstrate NSCH

commitment to excellent customer service, including quality, care and concern with each

and every internal and external customer

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, diverse work environment

• Exhibits consistent, high level of attention to detail

• Ability to be courteous, efficient, effective, and patient in a fast-paced environment

• Maintain strict adherence to the NSCH Confidentiality policy

• Incorporate NSCH Mission and Values into daily activities

• Comply with all NSCH personnel policies and procedures

As a health center, NSCH ensures that all employees comply with the annual requirements for vaccinations and health screenings. All employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of their employment unless they have been granted a religious or medical exception. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination must be provided, and prospective employees must be vaccinated before their first day of employment, submitting their vaccination record and pre-hire paperwork. If you need to request an exemption from the vaccine requirement or have any inquiries regarding this policy, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@nschi.org.

At North Shore Community Health, our commitment lies in fostering a diverse workforce. If you're enthusiastic about this position but feel that your previous experience aligns differently with every requirement in the job description, we still encourage you to apply! Your skills could be a great fit for this role or other opportunities within North Shore Community Health.

Living on the North Shore

With facilities in Salem, Peabody, and Gloucester, NSCH offers access to New England’s Coastal charm just thirty minutes outside Boston. The North Shore is connected to the city via the Rockport Commuter Rail line, which makes stops in Salem and Gloucester. The North Shore has plenty to offer, with a rich history and thriving cultural scene.

For Information Please Contact:

Talent Acquisition Department

North Shore Community Health

TalentAcquisition@nschi.org