PUBLIC HEALTH DENTIST

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Job Description

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Are you passionate about improving community health through dentistry? Cleveland County is seeking a Public Health Dentist to join our dedicated team. This role provides direct dental care and education to children and adults in both clinical and community settings, including schools and a mobile dental unit.

This position may qualify for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, offering eligible providers the opportunity to receive student loan forgiveness in exchange for serving in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA).

What You'll Do

• Perform dental exams, diagnoses, treatment planning, and restorative/palliative care.
• Deliver oral health education and preventive services to patients.
• Supervise and direct dental assistants and hygienists during procedures.
• Collaborate with local healthcare providers and schools to support community dental health.
• Participate in quality assurance audits and staff meetings.
• Represent the dental program at community events and outreach efforts.
  
  

The responsibilities and duties outlined above are intended to provide a general outline and summary of this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed, with or without notice, to meet the needs of the department and county.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an ADA-accredited dental school.
• Active North Carolina dental license and DEA registration.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Experience in general and pediatric dentistry preferred.
• Spanish language skills a plus.
  
  

Key Skills

• Strong clinical skills in adult and pediatric dentistry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Cultural sensitivity and commitment to serving underserved populations.
• Proficiency with dental software and electronic health records.
• Ability to lead and work collaboratively in a team environment.
  
  

Work Environment

• Work may occur in fixed clinics, mobile units, or community settings.
• Requires manual dexterity, standing/sitting for extended periods, and occasional lifting or equipment transport.
• Participation in emergency response efforts may be required per NC General Statute 166A-19.3.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on public health in Cleveland County.
• Enjoy a stable weekday schedule with no nights or weekends.
• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team.
• Access to professional development and continuing education.
  
  

Additional Information

Individuals hired must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Cleveland County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

In addition, positions designated to involve direct interaction with minors may be subject to a fingerprint-based criminal background check conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). These checks are required by state law under G.S. 153A-94.2(b), as enacted by Session Law 2025-16, and are conducted after a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants must provide fingerprints, written consent, and any other information required to complete the background check.

This position is a part of the Cleveland County Public Health Center which is considered a Health and Human Services Department. By General Statue 166A-19.3, Departments of Health and Human Services are agencies that are a part of the State Emergency Response Team for occurrences or imminent threat of widespread or severe damage, injury, or loss of life or property resulting from any natural or man-made accidental, military, paramilitary, terrorism, weather-related, public health, explosion-related, riot-related cause, or technological failure or accident, including, but not limited to, a cyber incident, an explosion, a transportation accident, a radiological accident, or a chemical or other hazardous material incident. In the event that the State Emergency Response Team is activated, this position will be required to participate if deemed necessary.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
  
  

Work Location: In person

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$120,000 - $150,000

Salary Range

michelle.weathers@clevelandcountync.gov

Contact Email

Full-Time

Job Type

HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Job Category

10/27/2025

Posted

11/26/2025

Deadline

michelle.weathers@clevelandcountync.gov

Contact Email

Full-Time

Job Type

Job Type

HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Job Category

Job Category

10/27/2025

Posted

Posted

11/26/2025

Deadline

Deadline