What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Dentist for children and expectant mothers position at The Providence Community Health Centers, Inc.?
DENTIST OPPORTUNITY IN RHODE ISLAND – The Beautiful Ocean State
Providence Community Health Centers, Inc. (PCHC), a large Federally Qualified Health Center, located in Providence, Rhode Island, is actively seeking a skilled Dentist to deliver comprehensive dental care, including preventive, restorative, and endodontic services, while championing optimal oral health for children and expectant mothers.
The PCHC Dental clinic stands as a striking three-story establishment, illuminated with natural light and boasting modern amenities. It features 31 operatories, nine of which are private suites, equipped with nitrous oxide capabilities, alongside two conveniently located on-site dental laboratories. Our dental clinic is open weekdays and Saturday mornings.
With a dedicated team of 55 professionals, including dentists, registered dental hygienists, and dental assistants, PCHC Dental is committed to serving a diverse and multicultural patient base hailing from underserved communities across Providence.
The anticipated schedule for the current opening is: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8am-5pm; and Thursday 10am-7pm
Our Dentists enjoy:
- Competitive Guaranteed Base Salary plus Quarterly Incentives for Quality Care
- Loan Repayment Eligibility - PCHC’s Dental HRSA score 23
- Excellent Benefits Package including 5% match on 403B Retirement Savings
- Flexible Paid Time Off Plus additional Paid Time Off for CME
- Malpractice Coverage (FTCA) with Lifetime Tail Coverage
- Great work/life balance
- Support from dedicated dental team members and clinic directors
- Rewarding work – Our providers make a difference in the lives of our patients.
Qualifications:
- DDS/DMD degree from accredited school of Dentistry
- Board certified or a candidate for board certification
- Licensed to practice dentistry in the state of Rhode Island
- Maintain on-going professional education and certification as mandated by specialty board or state regulation.
- Experience in primary care setting preferred
- Experience in pediatric dentistry
Ideal candidates will also have experience:
- Treating children with special health care needs, including children who have complex medical conditions, physical or developmental disabilities
- Providing dental care with minimal conscious sedation is highly desirable.
ABOUT PCHC: Providence Community Health Centers is the largest Federally Qualified Health Center in Rhode Island. Established in 1968, PCHC has 600 employees serving 80,000 patients in Providence and the surrounding communities.
