Dental Team Coordinator
Medical
Min 10 Months
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Driven to provide hope & healing.
Mercy Ships is an international charity that brings hope and healing to the world’s forgotten poor through state-of-the-art hospital ships. Since 1978, our volunteer crew—made up of medical professionals and skilled workers from over 60 nations—has delivered free surgeries and medical care to over 2.8 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa, transforming lives one patient and one port at a time. Join our global team of over 3,000 volunteers and help us change lives daily.
About this role
The Dental Team Coordinator oversees the daily operations of the Dental Clinic on one of our Mercy Ships vessels. The main function of this position is to coordinate the Dental Team, providing quality patient care and dental health education programs. Collaborating with the Dental Team Manager, and helping the whole Dental Team, the Dental Team Coordinator facilitates the dental team’s patient flow, organization, and more!
Requirements
Each role with Mercy Ships calls for a unique blend of experience, skills, and qualifications. The info below outlines what’s needed to serve effectively in this position—to meet operational standards and to help you thrive as part of the team.
What You Will Contribute
- Provide supervision of dental services in the Dental Clinic and collaborate with the Dentists to ensure safe, timely, and efficient dental care is provided
- Provide or facilitate dental treatment to long-term crew and Programs patients; provide emergency care for short-term crew
- Assist in orientating new Dental Crew and Day Crew into their roles
- Ensure adequate supply of dental supplies are available
- Collaborate with the Dental Team Manager for excellence and cohesiveness in the Dental team
- Ensure the maintenance and repair schedule of all Dental equipment is coordinated with the Biomedical Technicians
- Strong administrative skills, including skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
What You Will Need
- Successful completion of Mercy Ships On Boarding program for commitments of 12 months or longer
- Supportive of Mercy Ships mission and vision and committed to its core values
- Two or more years’ experience working as a Dental professional
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent organizational skills
- Fluent in English
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications
- Understanding of servant leadership; able to work collaboratively with integrity and demonstrate accountability
About the team
You’ll be part of the Medical Team, a close-knit group of dedicated medical professionals working together to bring hope and healing through surgical and medical care.
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The experience of a lifetime is calling.
More than 1,200 volunteers from over 60 nations serve with Mercy Ships each year.
At Mercy Ships, we are proud to be recognized around the world for the life-changing surgeries and training we deliver. We could not achieve this without our dedicated community of talented volunteers.
Imagine finishing your shift and stepping onto deck as the sun sets—knowing that today you’ve helped transform the lives of those who need it most. Apply now to start a journey that will reshape the lives of those you serve—and your own.
Faith-Led Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Mercy Ships is a faith-based organization welcoming volunteers from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are committed to our mission and values. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.
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