DENTAL DIRECTOR - HEALTH SERVICES 2491

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is responsible for the planning and implementation of educational and clinical dental health programs in Suffolk County. Supervision is exercised over professional, technical and clerical staff engaged in the delivery of dental health services. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Patient Care Services and is reviewed through periodic conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Administers the Dental Health Program at all Suffolk County dental facilities;

Maintains the Policy and Procedure Manual and instructions relating thereto, including infection control;

Directs the work of Dentists and dental personnel;

Oversees quality assurance in all program dental facilities;

Provides instruction to staff members relating to Hazardous Communication Control Plan;

Plans and organizes preventative dental health programs and dental health education for the Suffolk County Department of Health Services;

Reviews Federal and State grant texts and prepares proposals following grant guidelines;

Assists in the review of techniques, equipment and supplies used in the dental program;

Provides clinical dental services.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of general dentistry; thorough knowledge of the State and local public health laws and sanitary codes; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to supervise staff members 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 eight (8) years 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