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JOB SUMMARY
The Dentist is responsible for delivering comprehensive dental care, including the diagnosis and treatment of oral diseases, pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, operative dentistry, oral surgery, and endodontics. This individual ensures high-quality, patient-centered care in alignment with clinical standards and regulatory requirements. The Dentist collaborates with multidisciplinary care teams to support overall patient health, engages in patient education to promote oral hygiene, and contributes to quality improvement initiatives within the dental department. Additionally, this role participates in special projects and outreach efforts that support organizational goals and expand access to dental services.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Performs comprehensive oral evaluations utilizing diagnostic tools such as radiographs, periodontal charting, and dental impressions to assess patients’ oral health.
- Accurately documents and charts extraoral and intraoral findings, including hard and soft tissue conditions, in accordance with clinical protocols.
- Delivers comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages, including those who are medically complex or pregnant, while adhering to evidence-based clinical standards.
- Develops, discusses, and confirms individualized treatment plans with patients to ensure informed decision-making and optimal outcomes.
- Conducts oral surgical procedures such as tooth extractions and root canals, and performs operative dentistry including caries removal, tooth preparation, and material placement.
- Restores decayed or damaged teeth through the placement of restorations, crowns, and fixed partial dentures in alignment with approved treatment plans.
- Diagnoses and treats oral pathological conditions, prescribes appropriate medications, administers local anesthesia, and obtains dental radiographs to support clinical care.
- Designs and fabricates dental appliances including dentures, partials, minor orthodontic appliances, crowns, and inlays to support functional and esthetic needs.
- Provides patient education on oral hygiene, disease prevention, and post-treatment care to support long-term oral health.
- Completes accurate and timely documentation of all clinical procedures to maintain compliance with dental record-keeping standards.
- Supports team development by training staff in clinical applications and dental protocols to ensure a knowledgeable and competent workforce.
- Provides urgent care and emergency dental treatment to manage pain and stabilize oral health conditions.
- Delivers care in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and clinical protocols to maintain regulatory and quality compliance.
- Serves as a clinical leader and mentor within the dental team, fostering a positive work environment and supporting departmental and organizational change initiatives.
- Collaborates with medical and behavioral health providers to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
- Supervises and mentor’s dental student externs, providing guidance and oversight in delivering patient care and developing clinical competencies.
- Maintains strict adherence to scheduled work hours with regular and reliable attendance.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree.
- Preferred previous experience in a clinical dental setting.
CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES
- Must hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a valid, unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of Wisconsin and DEA license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at time of hire, or within three months of employment.
- Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License required with an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR), per FHC guidelines.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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