DENTIST 2413
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
An employee in this class performs general dentistry at
a County facility. The incumbent acts
with considerable independence in diagnosing and treating patients. Work is performed under the general
supervision of the Dental Director-Health Services. Complicated cases are handled in
consultation. Supervision is exercised
over assigned Dental Hygienists and Dental Assistants. Performance is reviewed through conferences,
reports and appraisal of services rendered at the facility. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Treats
patients in all areas of general dentistry;
Diagnoses
dental problems and prepares treatment plans;
Explains
treatment plans to patients;
Educates
patients with respect to proper oral care;
Participates
in the dental program's quality assurance review.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of
general dentistry; good knowledge of dental facilities and resources available
in the community; ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with municipal officials, supervisors, co-workers and the general
public; ability to supervise staff in a manner conducive to full performance
and high morale; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally
and in writing. Physical condition
commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN
COMPETITIVE
Graduation
from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY
State with a Doctor of Dentistry degree and one (1) year of experience in the
practice of dentistry.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
At the
time of appointment, the candidate must be licensed by New York State to
practice dentistry. This license must be
maintained throughout employment in this title.
At the
time of appointment and throughout employment in this title, employees must
possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.
Depending upon assignment,
candidates may be required to be credentialed by the Suffolk County Department
of Health Services’ Compliance Bureau Credentialing Committee, and maintain
this credential throughout employment in the assignment.
R03/20/12
SUFFOLK COUNTY
Competitive
Review 7/23/15