Dentist - Associate

Associate Dentist - Portage MI

Private Multi Doctor Practice. We are searching for a knowledgeable dentist who can provide a range of services to our patients. Great practice and great support team. We want you, our new DDS, to meet with patients, assess their dental health, perform scheduled cleanings, handle some complex procedures, extractions, and work with other team members to provide our client patients with the best dental experience. You should also be able to assist in the management of the practice and promoting better oral hygiene.

The successful dentist should be caring, communicative, and experienced in diagnosing and treating dental ailments. You should also be skilled with the various tools and procedures needed to correct dental complaints and ensure the oral health of patients.

Responsibilities:

• Meeting with patients to discuss and treat dental concerns, perform regular cleanings and other preventative procedures, and establish a plan for better dental hygiene.
• Performing dental procedures, such as extractions, root canals, and filling cavities.
• Correcting bite issues and overcrowding.
• Applying helpful agents to teeth, such as sealants or whiteners.
• Prescribing medications for dental problems, such as pain medications or antibiotics.
• Giving clients sedatives or anesthesia prior to administering treatments.
• Ordering diagnostic measures, such as x-rays, models, etc.
• Using tools, such as drills, probes, brushes, or mirrors, to examine and treat teeth and mouth.
• Keeping records relating to the oral health of patients and the treatments given to them.
• Managing and communicating with other staff members to provide care to patients.

Requirements:

• DDS or DMD.
• State of Michigan license and malpractice insurance.
• Additional experience, certifications, or licensing may be required.
• Strong computer skills and experience with healthcare databases and applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to keep detailed records.
• Comprehensive knowledge of dental procedures, tools, and diagnostics.
• Good time management skills.
• Great benefits and PTO arrangements

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $210,000.00 - $325,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person