Dentist

Job description

We are actively seeking a skilled “*_ General__Dentist_*” to contribute to our team at the Knox County Health Department.

We offer tuition reimbursement and a competitive compensation package that includes a generous paid sick and vacation leave policy, 13 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, employer paid basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance plans. Knox County also boasts a very rich retirement plan with a 6% match to start and is proud to offer paid maternity/paternity leave. This position may qualify you to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

As an employer of choice in the region, we pride ourselves on creating a positive and healthy work environment that prioritizes diversity and inclusion and fosters growth, workplace wellness, and professional development.

Purpose of Job

To diagnose dental disease, injuries, malformations of the teeth and gums and provide essential dental services, including preventative, restorative, and emergency services to the community.

Essential Functions

· Reviews medical/dental history chart of assigned patient

· Interviews, examines, and discusses exam findings with patient

· Orders X-rays, if necessary, reviews x-rays

· Informs patient of recommended treatment procedure, obtains patient consent for treatment

· Administers appropriate pre-procedural medication, including topical anesthetic, through oral swabbing and/or injection

· Completes recommended procedure

· Provides appropriate post-procedural medication, if necessary

Minimum Training & Qualifications

· Doctoral Degree in Dental Sciences required, with one (1) year of clinical practice experience in dentistry

· Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered for employment into the position

· Must possess and maintain a valid State of Tennessee dental license and unrestricted DEA registration/certification

· Must obtain or possess a current CPR certification

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65.85 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person