OPS DENTIST - 64852657

Requisition No: 806508 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS DENTIST - 64852657

Position Number: 64852657 

Salary:  $70.00 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 05/01/2024 

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH DIXIE COUNTY

OPS DENTIST - 64852657

OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for the implementation and productivity of clinical services for the Dental Program at the Dixie County Health Department. Performs the following: Conducts dental exams and evaluations for oral related pathology. Makes radiographs and/or intraoral photos of intraoral structures for the diagnosis of dental infection or related diseases. Treats infections, diseases, injuries and malformations of the mouth and teeth. Performs extractions and other related oral surgical procedures.     Performs dental restorative work using amalgam and composite materials.  Applies topical fluoride. Performs occlusal analysis.  Performs scaling and root planing and prophylaxis procedures. Mounts articulated models for lab services. Delivers and adjusts prosthetic devices and appliances. Provides consultation and referral as required/needed.  Records procedures and services rendered to clients in client  record. Performs dental screenings in the schools and community. Provides educational programs and promotional programs related to dental health. Meets and coordinates with dental staff members quarterly and as needed to review records and reports and to update staff on new policies/guidelines. Ensures accurateness and completeness of dental records and billing sheets and compliance with Medicaid guidelines.  Ensures compliance with OSHA guidelines for dental program and staff. Other duties as requested by supervisor and/or CHD Administrator. Collaborates with the Administrator to maintain and/or update the Dental Program Policy and Procedure Manual and the Infection Control Manual and ensures compliance with DOH Dental Program Guidelines. Responsible for staying current on Medicaid billing guidelines and sharing current information and updates with dental staff.  Maintains accurate pharmacy log. Attends trainings and seminars to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to duties and responsibilities. Responsible for ensuring EARs and/or CSRs are input and verified in the HMS system in accordance with DOH/HMS guidelines and deadlines.  Ensures EARs time is always in agreement with timesheet. Responsible for securing the designated information sets for the purpose of protecting confidentiality, data integrity, and appropriate access for all information, both confidential and public record, which is stored in hard copy or electronic format. Incumbent may be required to work during or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.  Emergency operations functions required of the incumbent include, but are not limited to, special needs shelters, Red Cross shelter, or other emergency functions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Doctorate Degree in Dental, Eligible for a valid Florida Dental License

Qualifications:

Minimum- Doctorate Degree in Dental, Eligible for a valid Florida Dental License

Preferred- Experience working with children under the age of 21

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:

Dixie County Health Department

The Benefits of Working for 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.