Staff Clinical Dentist

Job Title:  Staff Clinical Dentist

Service Area:  Health Center

Employment Status:  Full Time, Classified. Part Time will be considered.

Pay Grade:  Salary Range: $145,600 - $220,188.  Based on qualifications & experience.

Health Center Hours of Operation:  Mon., Wed., Thurs. 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Tuesday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Posting Date: May 17, 2024

Closing Date: Until Filled

The Medina County Health Department, a nationally accredited health department, has an opening for a full time Staff Clinical Dentist who will participate in public health programs, including the provision of primary and preventative dental care in a community healthcare setting. This is a great opportunity for new grads, mid-career professionals, or late career professionals! 

Essential Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Examine individuals requesting care, diagnoses their dental/oral conditions, prescribes, and carries out or directs others in carrying out of appropriate dental/oral treatment on teeth, bone and soft tissues of the oral cavity per approved clinical procedures and protocol.
• Records patient-dentist transactions efficiently and accurately in the electronic health record.
• Promotes oral health and disease prevention.
• Interprets x-rays and diagnostic tests.
• Monitors growth and development of the teeth and jaws.
• Assists with oversight of the dental clinic.
• Work as part of a team to provide care and programs for the community.

Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience Needs:

Graduate of an accredited School of Dentistry required. Completion of a two-year general practice residency or two years of clinical experience preferred. Unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of Ohio and current DEA registration. 

Benefits (Full Time):

• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx)
• Wellness Program
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)
• Paid Sick and Vacation Time, 12 Paid Holidays
• Ohio Deferred Compensation and OCERP
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Opportunity for Public Loan Forgiveness Program for eligible employees

Requirements:

• Meet minimum education, training, and experience listed
• Reliable transportation
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License
• Proof of auto insurance meeting Board minimums
• Successfully pass B.C.I. background check and reference checks
• Good health, h7igh moral character, and good attendance record

To Apply:

Send a completed MCHD Employment Application (located at www.medinahealth.org/careers/), and current resume and cover letter to: Human Resources, Medina County Health Department, 4800 Ledgewood Drive, Medina, Ohio 44256; or fax to (330) 723-9659; or e-mail to hr@medinahealth.org. EOE