Briya Public Charter School·District of Columbia
The Dentist is responsible for delivering quality and efficient dental care to the medically underserved patient population across three dental clinics. Essential duties include performing comprehensive oral examinations, diagnosing diseases, developing treatment plans, and overseeing dental hygienists and assistants.
The Dentist is responsible for the delivery of quality and efficient dental care to the Health Center patient population and be mission-driven to serve the medically underserved patient. The Dental Team at Mary's Center is currently seeking for per diem General Dentists at our 3 dental clinics.
This position will report directly to the Vice President of Dental Services.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience – Qualified candidates must have completion of ADA accredited dental program; DDS/DMD degree; certification through DEA; and valid Washington DC License. Some ability to speak Spanish preferred.
Physical Demands – Regularly required to sit; frequently required to reach with hands and arms, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear; must be able to lift objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
Work Environment – Mostly in a typical office and/or home setting with quiet to moderate noise level. May be exposed to extreme cold, heat, and humidity due to outside weather conditions.
Qualified candidates must have completed an ADA accredited dental program, hold a DDS/DMD degree, possess DEA certification, and maintain a valid Washington DC License. Some ability to speak Spanish is preferred.
Market context
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