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PUBLIC HEALTH DENTIST
Division: Knox Community Health Center
Immediate Supervisor: Chief Medical Officer
Bloodborne Pathogen Risk Classification: 1
Fair Labor Standards Act (Exempt Status): E
Salary Schedule Pay Grade: Contractual
Updated: December 2004
Reviewed: January 2016
As with any public sector employment, job descriptions, performance standards, and duties
assigned are subject to change dependant on funding allocation and community
expectations.
Summary of Duties:
1. Provide quality dental care services to eligible beneficiaries; to include disabled, and
medically and/or psychologically compromised in the Community Health Center.
2. Perform oral examination of patients, analyze dental health problems, and develop
appropriate treatment plans, in a manner which meets patient care needs as well as
industry and State standards.
3. Supervise dental clinic staff to ensure the application of proper practice of technique
and methods; update staff as to new practices and procedures.
4. Provide treatment, within the scope of privileges and Department capacity, exercising
sound judgment in determining scope of authority and level of ability of self and
subordinates.
5. Refer patients which are beyond the scope of the Community Health Center Dental
Clinic and staff in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
6. Maintain an understanding of the Community Health Center dental equipment and
provide supervisory and advisory counsel to other staff members ensuring proper
function and maintenance.
7. Recommend changes in Health Department and Community Health Center policies
and procedures when appropriate.
8. Provide guidance with regard to maintenance of patient records, audits, and claims
remittance.