JOB CATEGORY: DENTAL / DENTIST / COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE / ADMINISTRATION

POSITION SUMMARY: This is a professional position of a highly complex nature involving the direction and coordination of the dental program of the primary care clinic. The work is performed independently with clinical oversight provided by the Corporate Dental Director and/or Vice President of Clinical Affairs. Administrative supervision is provided by the Program Administrator. The Dental Director must operate in accordance with the terms and conditions of the various contracts and grants providing for the funding of programs and projects.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of approved dental school.
• Minimum of one year experience in the general practice of dentistry preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must obtain by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment:

• New Mexico dental license and any other licensure needed to carry out practice.
• Certification with the Drug Enforcement Division of the Department of Justice and registration with the New Mexico Board of Pharmacy.
• BLS/CPR certification. Certification must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:

• According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.

If assigned to the Checkerboard Area Health System, this position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:

BONUSES

• All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

ABOUT PMS

• Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
• Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
• We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
• We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
• PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.

WHY PMS?

• Mission-driven organization
• Competitive salaries
• Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free Life & LTD coverage
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution
• Employee recognition and engagement activities
• Robust training program
• Tuition Reimbursement

EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability