Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Lead Dentist to join our dental team. As the Lead Dentist, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional patient care, leading clinical operations, and mentoring team members to uphold the highest standards of dentistry. Your expertise will ensure a welcoming environment where patients feel confident and cared for, while also fostering a collaborative team atmosphere focused on continuous improvement and clinical excellence.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive dental care to patients, including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and dental fabrication procedures.
- Lead clinical operations by coordinating patient schedules, managing treatment plans, and ensuring adherence to infection control techniques.
- Perform dental procedures such as dental extractions, root canal therapy, dental implants, and other complex treatments with precision and care.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments using medical and dental terminology to develop personalized treatment plans that meet individual needs.
- Supervise and mentor dental staff in four-handed dentistry techniques to optimize efficiency and patient comfort.
- Maintain accurate medical records, medical documentation, and dental records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Ensure all clinical activities comply with infection control protocols, medical imaging standards, and anatomy knowledge requirements.
- Stay current with advancements in dental technology and best practices related to Epic, Eaglesoft, Dentrix, and other practice management systems.
Requirements
- Valid license to practice dentistry in the relevant jurisdiction with current credentials.
- Proven experience in general dentistry with a strong background in oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and dental fabrication.
- Proficiency with dental office software such as Dentrix.
- Extensive knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, anatomy knowledge, and infection control procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to perform dental extractions, root canal therapy, dental implants and other complex procedures confidently.
- Experience working in a fast-paced dental clinic environment with excellent patient care skills.
- Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and medical documentation standards.
- Exceptional communication skills for patient assessment discussions and team collaboration.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of aseptic technique and infection prevention practices. Join us as a Lead Dentist to make a meaningful impact on our patients' lives while leading a dedicated team committed to excellence!
5 Days a Week.
Pay: From $165,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person