Job Description - General Dentist
Overview
Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is adding a General Dentist to the group at Gotham Health, East New York, an ambulatory FQHC community-based practice for the NYC Health + Hospitals System. The community-based practice provides multiple programs in the community including the Babygram Program, Developmental Evaluation Clinic, HIV/Aids Program, and The Diabetic Learning and Support Program.
The mission of NYC Health + Hospitals is to extend equally to all New Yorkers, regardless of the ability to pay comprehensive health services of the highest quality in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Their Values are built on a foundation of social and racial equity and has established the ICARE standards for all staff.
NYC Health + Hospitals is the nation’s largest municipal health care delivery system in the United States. Dedicated to providing the highest quality health care services to all New Yorkers with compassion, dignity and respect, and regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.
Responsibilities
We are hiring a full time Dentist (40 hours/week) this position requires one late evening a week and one Saturday a month.
Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums, and related oral structures by performing the following duties.
Examines individuals requesting care, diagnoses their dental/oral conditions, prescribes and carries out, or directs others in carrying out, appropriate dental/oral treatment, or refers individuals for specialty consultation or treatment in conformance with approved clinical protocols and guidelines
Maintains current and accurate problem-oriented dental records.
Treats dental diseases, injuries and malfunctions of teeth and gums.
Determines need for dental and prosthetic appliances.
Advises patients about dental health practices and provides dental health education.
Consults with the Chief Medical Officer on referral and other matters pertaining to the Centers dental health services.
Supervises the assistant in the Dental Department.
Takes part in all health center meetings as required.
Assists in the planning for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation for the dental unit.
Responsible for personal full compliance with all applicable federal, state, local and center rules, regulations, protocols and procedures governing the practice of dentistry and the clinical provision of dental care as well as those relating to, but not limited to, personnel issues, work place safety, public health and confidentiality. Caries out supportive responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include assisting in interviewing, hiring, and training employees, appraising performance or support staff, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Facilitates related services for health center patients and Gotham staff as appropriate, with respect to their confidentiality and privacy.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
Board Certification or the ability to become Board Certified in Dental Medicine within 5 years of hire.
Active New York State License
Active DEA license
At Least Two years of Experience
Exceptional Benefits Include:
Competitive compensation package
10% 401K company contribution after one year of service, with 3% company contribution starting day one
Choice of a three tiered, starting at FREE medical plans starting day one
Excellent dental insurance including orthodontics coverage starting day one
Generous paid time off program
CME days and dollars
Eligibility for loan forgiveness through the National Student Debt Forgiveness Center
Indemnification-based Medical Malpractice policy coverage
Salary Amount: $168,812.50
The Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY), a tax-exempt organization affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals, is one of the largest physician groups in New York State and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who serve seven of New York City’s public hospitals, numerous public health community-based practices, and the city’s Correctional Health Service.
Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (“PAGNY”) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
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