Associate General Dentist

Key job duties include:

• Patient Examination and Diagnosis: Conducting thorough oral examinations, reviewing and interpreting X-rays and other diagnostic tests, and obtaining medical histories to diagnose oral health issues such as cavities, gum disease, and infections.
• Treatment Planning: Developing personalized treatment plans to restore and maintain the patient's oral health, and discussing treatment options and aftercare instructions with patients.
• Performing General Dental Procedures: Carrying out a variety of routine and complex procedures, including:
• Removing tooth decay and filling cavities.
• Performing teeth cleanings, scaling, and polishing.
• Administering local anesthesia.
• Performing root canals and extractions.
• Creating and fitting crowns, bridges, dentures, and other prosthetics.
• Applying sealants and performing cosmetic procedures like teeth whitening.
• Patient Education: Educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive dental care, and diet choices to promote overall oral health and disease prevention.
• Collaboration and Management: Working closely and communicating effectively with dental hygienists, dental assistants, and administrative staff to ensure seamless, quality patient care. They may also be involved in supervising junior staff.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate, detailed, and up-to-date patient medical and dental records, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensuring that the treatment rooms and equipment are sterile and that all procedures comply with strict safety, hygiene, and ethical standards set by regulatory bodies like OSHA and dental boards.
• Professional Development: Staying current with the latest developments in dentistry, new technologies, and best practices through continuing education and professional development activities

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $105,543.33 - $127,105.94 per year

Expected hours: 30 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person