SENIOR DENTIST - 64003431

Requisition No: 854255 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR DENTIST - 64003431

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64003431 

Salary:  $131,508.00 ANNUALLY 

Posting Closing Date: 06/24/2025 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

SENIOR DENTIST - 64003431

DENTAL PRACTICES

OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County.

We request that all applications be completed with People First - no faxed or mailed applications to the agency. Experience, education, and/or training used to meet the minimum qualifications and in response to the qualifying questions must be verifiable through information contained in your application.

When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a professional position responsible for the operation of a multi-operatory dental office with the assistance of one or more dental assistants and direct supervision over the clinic's dental assistants, senior clerk , and dental hygienist. This position provides emergency, surgical, preventive and restorative dental care to eligible patients. General and daily supervision of this position will be performed directly by the PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER F-SES/Dental Administrator.

Manage and supervise the operation of the dental clinic to which assigned, insuring the proper flow of patients to the clinic and their care, supervising the maintenance and general housekeeping of the instruments, equipment, and clinic spaces, as well as maintenance of an adequate supply of dental supplies and materials. Conduct morning huddles and staff meetings to review procedures and opportunities for improvement within the work unit.

Direct the work of employees to ensure best use of time and resources. Oversee staff to ensure they assemble necessary materials, instruments, and medications for each treatment session and conduct radiographic surveys on each patient.

Oversees staff to ensure the monitoring of each patient's treatment progress and schedule accordingly. Oversee staff to ensure they follow Infection Control protocol as described in OSHA's(Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations for "blood-borne Pathogen Standards" during clinical procedures. Ensure that staff maintain adequate clinical supply levels and order replacement items when necessary. Monitor staff to ensure they prepare and execute proper sterilization and disinfection procedures for instruments and equipment, including monitoring the effectiveness of autoclave sterilizer using biologic monitor as provided. Ensure that staff execute and maintain accurate patient treatment records and other pertinent documents for proper clinic operation. Ensure that staff do periodic monitoring of recall patient charts and when needed, assist in the scheduling and confirmation of appointments of all dental patients for treatment.

Ensure that staff discuss clinic policy with patients and parents and correspond with other clinic personnel regarding referrals for care and furnish information regarding eligibility and fees for treatment via telephone and mail. Oversee staff to ensure they provide instruction in proper oral hygiene skills, including tooth brushing and flossing to clinic patients and instruct patients in proper diet habits and explain the relationship of nutrition to dental caries. Ensure that staff distribute and explain patient education materials and instruct expectant mothers of clinic patients (guidance). Ensure that staff operate and maintain all clinical equipment in proper working order and report all malfunctions and needs for repair or overhaul to Dental Administration office. Acknowledge completion of repairs by contract vendors and report such completion to Dental Administration office. Ensure that staff perform other related duties such as inputting patient treatment data into the Health Department patient service HMS (Health Management System) computer system, as well as checking patient data in FLMMIS (Florida Medicaid Management Information System).

Conduct dental examinations and prepare diagnosis on each dental patient admitted at his/her assigned clinic and protect the dignity and privacy of each patient. Prepare and document an appropriate and legible treatment plan for each patient and provide appropriate dental care in accordance with an established treatment plan for the patient. Provide general dental treatment including, but not limited to, the filling of teeth, extracting teeth, sealing teeth, and other dental procedures, as required to treat the patient's specific dental needs. Delegate appropriate remediable tasks to dental assistants while providing direct supervision. Review treatment plans with the patient or parent and record pertinent information regarding the patient's medical and dental history in the dental record. Recommend and issue appropriate referrals through Dental Administration for other specialty health services as necessary and required by the patient's health condition. Provide dental consultation services for other Health Unit patients, as required. Rotating on call Emergency coverage after working hours including weekends and holidays.

Perform other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: 

• Knowledge of the principles of QA and QI.
• Knowledge of the documentation, safety and practice standards governing the practice of dentistry in DOH.
• Knowledge of the principles of public health.
• Skills to perform dental procedures up to the standard of care.
• Ability to relate to diverse clients.
• Ability to manage a dental practice
• Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to formulate and implement policies and procedures.
• Ability to recruit, train, motivate and evaluate staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
2. Licensed as a dentist in accordance with Chapter 466, Florida Statutes.
3. Valid Florida driver’s license/ form of transportation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum one year of experience working in a dental office providing routine dental care to children.
2. Minimum one year of supervisory experience.

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:

BROWARD COUNTY

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• 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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.