City/State: Bronx, New York Grant Funded: No Department: MMG - School Health Dental Work Shift: Day Work Days: MON-FRI Scheduled Hours: 7:30 AM-3:30 PM Scheduled Daily Hours: 8 HOURS Pay Range: $93,461.60-$116,827.00 Doctor of Dental Surgery: MSHP – Montefiore School Health Program The Dentist for the School Health Program is a vital clinical role within the Montefiore Health System, dedicated to delivering comprehensive, high-quality dental services directly within the communities we serve. Operating primarily within school-based health centers and public schools, this position provides essential oral assessments, preventative care, evaluation, management, and treatment to a diverse patient population. The successful candidate will ensure seamless compliance with all institutional standards, universal precautions, and infection control guidelines established by Montefiore Medical Center, while strictly adhering to the regulations of outside municipal and state governing agencies. This role requires a high degree of clinical independence, exceptional collaboration with school personnel, and a steadfast commitment to expanding community outreach and equitable healthcare access. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive oral assessments, evaluations, clinical management, and necessary dental treatments for patients while ensuring a high standard of care. Complete all required medical and dental documentation accurately and thoroughly 100% of the time, in accordance with regulatory and institutional policies. Follow proper infection control protocols and adhere strictly to established universal precautions and health system standards to guarantee self and patient protection. Assess patient needs and formulate appropriate, timely clinical treatment plans, making necessary external and internal clinical referrals when appropriate. Maintain absolute competence and familiarity with all administrative logs, internal clinical tracking systems, and electronic health records. Attend all required departmental and clinical meetings, maintaining active participation in the professional development and collaboration of the school health team. Actively engage in community outreach events, school-based health initiatives, and special projects to enhance public health and program visibility. Collaborate and coordinate seamlessly with dental assistants to provide efficient four-handed dentistry, as well as with school principals, teachers, and administrators to deliver excellent service. Utilize specialized clinical knowledge to handle dental emergencies efficiently and make age-appropriate or population-specific clinical decisions. Requirements Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry/Doctor or Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental program required Minimum of 3 years of clinical dental work experience required Valid, unrestricted New York State Dental License Infection Control Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Comprehensive, expert knowledge of general dentistry practices, diagnostic procedures, and specialized patient management Demonstrated ability to adapt care based on physiological differences across specific age groups, including utilizing size-appropriate equipment tailored to the individual and the size of the patient’s mouth Strong computer proficiency and technology skills, alongside the proven ability to function independently and exercise sound judgment in accordance with established policies and procedures. Must have the ability and willingness to travel throughout the Bronx, NY, and work dynamically within NYC DOE public schools. During school holiday periods, staff members who choose to work may be temporarily stationed at designated MMG or MMC locations to perform administrative duties for the School Health program. Ability to perform medium work, including positioning patients and occasionally exerting up to 50 pounds of force, frequently exerting up to 20 pounds of force, or constantly moving objects to safely manage clinical equipment and patient care. Shift: Monday to Friday 0730A – 0330P Associates are eligible to apply for a lateral transfer after completion of one (1) year of service in their present position, with the following exception: an Associate who has received a written warning is not eligible for a transfer/promotion prior to six (6) months from date of issuance; an Associate who has been suspended is not eligible for transfer/promotion prior to one (1) year from date of suspension. Part-time Associates who have completed their probationary period can move to full-time vacancies within their department provided such movement will not unreasonably reduce the operational efficiency of that department. Probationary period is six (6) months for full-time employees, and four (4) months for part-time employees who works more than 3/5 of the normal workweek. Montefiore Medical Center’s advancement in the healthcare industry is also yours. Take your career to the next level by joining our trek to become the world’s leading healthcare system. We are an equal opportunity employer Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Calling All Nurses! Nurse Recruitment Hotline: 718-920-6697; Monday-Friday: 9am-4pm Since its inception in 1884, Montefiore’s mission has been to heal, to teach, to discover and advance the health of the communities we serve. Montefiore's state-of-the-art facilities include the internationally-recognized Children’s Hospital at Montefiore and our Notable Centers of Excellence - Montefiore Einstein Center for Cancer Care, Montefiore Einstein Center for Heart and Vascular Care, Montefiore Einstein Center for Transplantation. Combined with a growing number of locations for primary and specialty care throughout the Bronx and Westchester County, Montefiore is the ideal organization to apply and hone your expertise. An assortment of insurance products and discount programs through Voluntary Benefits. Check out our comprehensive benefits available to you when you join our outstanding team! To heal, to teach, to discover and to advance the health of the communities we serve. To be a premier academic medical center that transforms health and enriches lives. Automated Employment Decision Tools Notice (AEDT)

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