Macon County Health Department

Job Opening

Job Title:    Dentist Part Time

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate degree in Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) or Medical Dentistry (D.M.D.) with current license to practice general dentistry and/or specialty and professional liability insurance. Must be able to demonstrate competence in diagnostic, restorative, surgical, prosthodontic, periodontal, orthodontic, and laboratory technology; in administering local anesthesia and prescribing medication; and in judgment in consulting with and/or referring to dental specialists, physicians, and other health care professionals. Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects. Must be able to sit or stand most of the time and be able to constantly see, hear, finger objects, and use repetitive motions; frequently sit, stand, talk, feel, and reach; regularly balance, grasp, read, and write. Must provide copy of licensure per licensing requirements.

Computer experience required. Must have excellent communication, organization, and decision-making skills. Must have strong interpersonal skills to listen and respond to employee concerns; inquiries and complaints from clients. Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must have the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple work assignments and projects and manage stress. Must have the ability to independently facilitate work output and interpret agency policies to staff, as well as professionally direct and coordinate the activities of assigned staff. Must have knowledge of funding sources, grant writing, and fiscal operations. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality at all times. Must have the ability to work with diverse community groups.

Must have valid Illinois Driver’s License, and appropriate auto insurance.

Salary: Negotiated with Administration

How to Apply

Applications can be picked up at the Macon County Health Department Front Desk at 1221 E. Condit, Decatur, Illinois, or you can go to our website, www.maconchd.org to print a copy of the application. Completed applications should be submitted to Macon County Health Department Attention: HR at 1221 E. Condit, Decatur, Illinois, 62521 or emailed to hr@maconchd.org. 

The Macon County Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.