Overview

The mission of the center is to improve the health status of medically underserved populations by providing high-quality, comprehensive health care that is accessible, coordinated, community-directed, and culturally sensitive.

This health center is ranked in the top 6% of health centers nationwide.

Position is full time, 40 hours per week.

Essential Functions

• Conducts clinical dentistry in the dental office with support personnel.
• Provides the clients of Lake County with general dental services, emphasizing service for the low income and poor clients.
• Advises the Dental Program leadership concerning dental office policy and procedures.
• Oversees the quality and productivity of dental office support personnel.
• Directs the operational policies of the dental office.
• Develops and maintains a basic knowledge of services available at the FQHC. 
• Develops and maintains a basic awareness of the Chronic Care Model Processes in order to reduce health disparities within our communities.
• Develops and maintains a working knowledge of individual Emergency Preparedness roles.
• Demonstrates adherence to National Patient Safety Goals.
• Participates in quality improvement activities to assess, monitor and improve program services.
• Participates in quality assurance projects as well as delivers presentations to the dental staff.
• Participates in mandatory in-services and drills, attends staff meetings and other training, including appropriate age specific educational trainings offered on a regular basis for professional development.
• Reports all unusual occurrences that may involve clinical compliance and safety and well- being of the clients, and/or co-workers, directly work with clinical compliance, Safety Officer, and Dental Leadership.
• Performs duties to meet or exceed productivity, quality and customer service standards.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of clinic and work area.

Job Requirements

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required

• Requires a D.D.S. or D.M.D. Degree from a dental school accepted by the American Dental Association.
• Requires possession of a current, valid license to practice dentistry in the state of Illinois
• Maintains DEA and CDS in good standings
• Requires at least one year of clinical experience. GPR training is preferred.
• Stays current in the field of General Dentistry.
• Understands CDC and TJC guidelines as related to the practice of Dentistry.
• Ability to work on weekends, holidays and overtime if necessary.
• Ability to maintain and keep records.

Misc Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Dependent coverage
• Voluntary insurance (accident, critical illness, etc.),
• Health and dependent care savings accounts
• 401k/403b, 401k/403b match or safe harbor contribution
• Vacation
• Employee wellness program

Community Description

Community Overview: As a community, Waukegan's neighborhoods, schools, scenic lakefront, award- winning parks and golf courses, as well as thriving arts community are sure to enrich the lives of you and your family. You'll the find the perfect space to reconnect with your family in Lake County, Illinois. Experience 13-heart pounding roller coasters for the thrill-seekers at Six Flags Great America. Step back in time and view over 100 military vehicles from WWI to present day at Russell Military Museum.

Nearest Metro: Chicago - 45 minutes

Community Population: 87,901

Schools: Public; Private; Colleges; University

Student Loan Forgiveness

Eligible for state and federal loan repayment programs.