Health Within Reach Foundation
Website:
healthwithinreach.org
Job details:
Company Description Health Within Reach Foundation is a non-profit Section 8 Company under the Companies Act 2013, focused on delivering quality healthcare to underserved communities. The organization serves people who cannot access existing healthcare services due to distance, poverty, or conflict-related barriers. Using mobile healthcare infrastructure and technology, the foundation brings medical care directly to rural, remote, and urban locations. Its mission is to ensure that individuals who cannot reach healthcare facilities still receive essential services at their doorstep. Health Within Reach Foundation is committed to making “health within reach” a reality for all.
Role Description The Dentist – Mobile Polyclinic Van is a full-time, on-site role based in the Pune Division. The dentist will provide comprehensive dental care from the mobile polyclinic van, including examinations, diagnosis, preventive care, restorative procedures, and emergency dental treatment. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing patient flow, maintaining accurate medical and dental records, educating patients on oral hygiene and preventive practices, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals in the mobile unit. The role also involves ensuring proper sterilization and maintenance of dental equipment, adhering to relevant clinical protocols and safety standards, and participating in outreach activities and health camps in various communities. The dentist is expected to work closely with the foundation’s team to improve access to dental care for marginalized and resource-limited populations.
Qualifications
- Recognized degree in Dentistry (BDS; MDS is an advantage) and valid registration with the appropriate dental council or regulatory body.
- Clinical expertise in routine dental procedures, including examination, diagnosis, fillings, extractions, scaling, preventive treatments, and basic emergency dental care.
- Experience or strong interest in community dentistry, public health, or working with underserved and diverse populations.
- Ability to work in mobile or field-based settings, including flexibility to travel within the Pune Division and adapt to varied environmental and resource conditions.
- Strong patient communication and counseling skills, with a focus on education, empathy, and culturally sensitive care.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of infection control, equipment sterilization, and adherence to clinical and safety protocols.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including doctors, nurses, technicians, and outreach staff.
- Basic proficiency in using digital tools for record-keeping, reporting, and telehealth support; familiarity with electronic health records is a plus.
- Prior experience in mobile clinics, rural health programs, or non-profit healthcare initiatives is preferred but not mandatory.
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