Dentist

Family Health Centers, Inc. of Orangeburg is Hiring a Dentist

DESCRIPTION           

• Ensure the efficient and effective delivery of quality, appropriate dental care to all FHC patients by formulating, initiating and monitoring patient management plans based on established standards of care, writing prescriptions and providing follow up care as needed and referrals as appropriate in accordance with approved protocols and standards of care.
• Provide direct patient care, including but not limited to obtaining complete medical history and conducting oral examinations, ordering and reviewing x-rays, conducting tooth fillings, extractions, root canals, and crown and denture preparation and installation as appropriate, complying with all applicable infection control and safety procedures.
• Comply with all applicable infection control and safety procedures.
• Conduct patient and staff oral hygiene education and give oral instructions/ demonstrations.
• Assist in establishing and implementing dental care standards and protocols for dental services provided, implementing as determined.
• Receive and respond appropriately to patient inquiries, concerns and complaints in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Prescribe medications using e-prescribe, printing controlled substance prescriptions.
• Accurately enter all patient notes into electronic medical records system. Complete all ESBs and EMR organizer tasks in the time frame outlined by FHC.
• Make appropriate referrals when treatment needed is out of the scope of the dentist's qualifications.
• Consult with other members of the health care team as appropriate.
• Participate in interviewing and selecting employees, provide input for performance reviews, and provide input for employee discipline, including discharge.
• Exhibit compliance with FHC's corporate compliance policy.
• Perform job activities in ways that are respectful, courteous and responsive while interacting with patients, visitors and co-workers.
• Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as appropriate or as directed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

A Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from an accredited dental college or university and successful completion of intern and residency programs is required. Must possess State of South Carolina licensure and maintain state and federal controlled substance licensure at all times.

LOCATION     FHC MAIN 

EOE STATEMENT      We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. 

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION         Family Health Centers, Inc. is dedicated to patients and their families. FHC features excellent physicians, nurses, and premier technology. We have ten locations with the main office in Orangeburg. Here you will find caring doctors and nurses who strive to give you the best possible health care, in a friendly, inviting atmosphere. We take the time to get to know you and truly listen. Nothing makes us happier than keeping you and your family healthy! Our goal is to improve the health of the people of the community and region.

Many of our patients have been with our practice since they were young. We love seeing our patients grow up through the years. Above all, we take pride in offering the best possible health care. At Family Health Centers, Inc., you can count on receiving health care services in a friendly and open environment. We are here to listen and make sure you get the best care possible!

Family Health Centers, Inc. is a Federal Tort Claims Act deemed organization.