Ops Senior Dentist - 64904047

Requisition No: 806873
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPS SENIOR DENTIST - 64904047
Position Number: 64904047
Salary: $75.00 - $83.00 HOURLY
Posting Closing Date: 03/27/2024
Open Competitive
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is a professional position requiring a team approach in continuing an established dental school-based program in Bradford and Union Counties. Providing diagnoses and treatments including conducting dental examinations, evaluations, screenings; performing periodontal, preventive, restorative, pedodontics, and performs record review and prepares reports as needed. Performs the following duties and responsibilities:
Conducts oral examinations and evaluations and documentation.
Reviews patients' medical history.
Treats infections, oral diseases, injuries, and malformations of the mouth, teeth, and oral cavity.
Makes appropriate referrals to dental specialists and medical providers.
Provides diagnostic and preventative procedures.
Provides supervision of Dentals Assistants and Dental Hygienists in accordance with Florida laws and rules.
Provide treatment to pediatric patients.
Practices infection control per Florida laws and rules, OSHA, and CDC guidelines.
Completes time sheet, EARS and mandatory training in a timely and accurate manner.
Attends and participates in dental health staff meeting and other meetings as required.
Maintains complete records of all dental services.
Ensures that equipment and instruments are maintained
Schedules time off in advance and collaborates with supervisor to ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.
Follows infection control guidelines.
Inspect operatories and surrounding areas for cleanliness.
Ensures security guidelines comply.
Assists supervisor in coordination, planning and monitoring of dental operations as assigned.
Performs other related work/duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of terminology, principles, and techniques of dentistry; knowledge of dental treatment techniques; skill in using dental instruments and equipment, ability to perform dental examinations and diagnose dental problems; ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Knowledge of basic dental procedures and policies Skill in conducting x-rays, oral examinations, and evaluations. Skill in providing restorative dental care; skill in providing extractions and other related oral surgical procedures. Ability to treat oral diseases, injuries, infections, and malformations. Ability to work with a diverse population and other employees in a small group setting. Ability to provide dental care to children in a community health setting. Knowledge of infection control practices, including Florida laws and rules, OSHA, and CDC guidelines.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
Minimum:
Licensed as a Dentist in accordance with Florida Statue 466
Currently certified in CPR
Preferred:
One year or more experience providing dental treatment to children.
Currently credentialed as a Medicaid provider.
Current DEA license.
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
Starke, FL and Lake Butler, FL
The Benefits of Working with the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers' Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.