Job Opportunities

Georgia

Georgia Department of Public Health

State Dental Director

Maternal & Child Health

Job Description

The Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to serve as the State Dental Director of the Georgia Oral Health Unit for the Maternal and Child Health Program.

Under general supervision of the MCH Director, duties include but are not limited to planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Georgia Oral Health (GOH) Program.

Assess oral health needs to assure that community Georgia Oral Health (GOH) services are adequate, appropriate, accessible and that issues are addressed
Plan and develop the overall operation of the statewide oral health program.
Maintain awareness of advances in dental medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, government regulations, health insurance charges, and financing options
Coordinate human resources and direct administrative activities for GOH Staff
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of GOH services and programs to include design, develop, and implement appropriate GOH program policies, protocols and procedures which are in compliance with the most current accepted professional standards
Oversee the planning, development, scheduling, and implementation of GOH programs and activities
Develop, review, monitor and ensure compliance of program budget; administer program grants and contracts. Participates in the preparation of the grant application for the GOH and assumes primary responsibility for developing and implementing the program work plan.
With collaboration from the MCH Epidemiology Office, perform community assessments and develop policies and plans based on data collection, activity reports, planning documents, program plans and objectives
Plan and organize program structure and policies to meet statewide and programmatic objectives across the health districts
Plan, organize, and direct the work of the state dentists to provide continuous active treatment to the patients served
Provide training, consultation, and technical assistance to providers and other state and local agencies associated with the implementation of program services
Prepare and submit monthly written reports on GOH issues, concerns, program status, initiatives and progress to the MCH Director. Prepares specific reports as requested by the MCH Director
Assist in the provision of technical assistance and health education to the districts as requested
Participate in short and long term program planning for GOH and the agency, including development of goals and objectives
Travel when necessary to fulfill organizational needs and attends meetings as necessary to represent GOH program and the Department of Public Health

Qualifications

Three years of experience in public health dentistry, two years of which were at a level equivalent to District Dental Director, or similar program management job.

Eligible for license to practice dentistry in Georgia. Once hired, licensure to practice dentistry in Georgia is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who in addition to meeting the entry qualifications possess the following:

Master’s degree in Public Health
Dental Public Health Residency
Additional years of experience as a dentist, especially a public health dentist
Experience managing technical staff and managing budget

Applying for this job

Interested candidates should email their resume in Microsoft Word format to: Alexander@dphjobs.com

To ensure proper routing/handling of your credentials, copy/paste or type the following as your email subject: State Dental Director – 80766 ASTD.

Benefits

This position is a pay grade 22 on the statewide salary plan. Position number 80766. The Annual Minimum is $69,444.17, Midpoint is $95,462.46, and Maximum is $121,480.75. Salary is based upon education/experience/licensure (if appropriate) and availability of funding.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 12 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

Employment Information

Job announcements are subject to change/removal without notice. Positions are closed once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is identified.

Due to the volume of credentials received, only those under interview consideration will be contacted regarding status of their application.

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Administration rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Nebraska

NEBRASKA DEPARTMENTOF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

DENTAL HEALTH DIRECTOR

Office of Oral Health and Dentistry

Dental Health Director – Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Health Promotion Unit, Office of Oral Health and Dentistry

DEFINITION

The Dental Health Dental Director serves within the Office of Oral Health and Dentistry of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services as defined in Nebraska Revised Statute § 71-193.01.

There is currently a vacancy in the contract position of Dental Health Director, Office of Oral Health and Dentistry. The duties and requirements:

Provide overall management and leadership in the strategic design, analysis and development of improved oral health in Nebraska.

Provide information on policies and programs that can improve oral health; represent the Office to external stakeholders, including public and private organizations, providers, and the general public.

Build both state and national visibility for Nebraska’s oral health initiatives through participation on various leadership committees, conference attendance, submission to national publications, and networking.

Consult with stakeholders, review scientific literature and determine oral health evidence base for policy recommendations.

WORK EXAMPLES

The Dental Health Director plans and directs all work activities of the statewide public health dental program. These responsibilities include the following:

Provides leadership designed to improve oral health for all Nebraskans through development of institutional partnerships and programs addressing oral health issues throughout the state of Nebraska. Advocates for improved dental health care delivery and education across the life cycles for Nebraskan's residents. Provides evidence-based oral health relevant information to the general public, policy makers, and partners with Nebraskan's health care, educational, and information systems in the surveillance of statewide oral health needs, oral health risks, oral health status, and provides information on policies and programs that can improve oral health.

Advises dental and primary care professionals and local public health agencies regarding oral health issues and assures usage of various communication methods (including traditional print and current and new electronic media) when providing the general public, policy makers, and partners with information needed to reduce health risks and improve oral health. Attends and provides leadership for the Oral Health Advisory Committee. Provides direction for the Office of Oral Health and Dentistry in the development and implementation of the Oral Health State Plan.

Engages with staff of the Office of Oral Health and Dentistry on short and long term planning. Works with the staff of the Office to identify resources, develop and submit grant applications to secure oral health programming. Represents the Office of Oral Health and Dentistry to external stakeholders, including public and private organizations, providers, and the general public. Responsible for building both state and national visibility for Nebraska's oral health initiatives through participation on various leadership committees, conference attendance, submissions to national publications, and networking.

Possesses knowledge of the principles of dental public health, and an understanding oral disease prevention and health promotion measures. Displays ability to work with communities in applying the principles of dental public health; to review scientific literature and determine the oral health evidence base for policy recommendations. Demonstrates skilled in effective communication /public speaking; in designing, implementing and analyzing oral health needs assessments.

REQUIREMENTS: Graduate from an approved school of dentistry with a degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Medical Dentistry. Candidate must be licensed to practice dentistry in the State of Nebraska. Knowledge of the principles of dental public health, understanding of oral disease prevention and health promotion measures required. Two years of administrative experience in a public dental health program with knowledge of health surveillance processes preferred.

Administrative experience in public health program highly desired. Grant writing experience preferred. Effective communication and public speaking skills desired. Compensation based upon available funding and position will remain open until filled.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Contact Dan Cillessen, Administrator of Health Promotion Unit, Division of Public Health, phone: 402-471-9270, email: dan.cillessen@nebraska.gov