Public Health Dentist - Temporary (Grant Funded)

Company Description

The City of San Antonio's mission is to deliver quality City services and commit to achieve San Antonio's vision of prosperity for our diverse, vibrant, and historic community.

Our approximately 12,000 employees are critical in the delivery of quality services to the residents of the City of San Antonio. The commitment our employees demonstrate to their jobs and to the advancement of the City's goals is the key to our success in mission accomplishment.

Job Description

Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible for performing comprehensive oral health services for eligible recipients of the Health Department's oral health program; provides for the safety and welfare of patients during the delivery of dental services; and provides oral health education for clinic patients and the community.  Working conditions are primarily in a medical environment. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Must be willing to comply with all OSHA regulations and current immunization policies. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff. 

This position is a "temporary grant funded" position, therefore it is unclassified and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Qualifications

• Graduation with a D.D.S. or a D.M.D. degree from a college or university accredited by the American Association of Dental Education.
• No substitution for education allowed.
• License to practice dentistry in the State of Texas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent in Spanish

Additional Information

For a complete job description and to submit your on-line application, visit the City of San Antonio’s employment website at the following link.  Only applications submitted through the City of San Antonio's on-line application process will be considered.

http://www.sanantonio.gov/careers

Note: While there is a posted closing date, the City reserves the right to close a position at any time. So, make sure you submit your application ASAP!