Associate Dentist

Scope of Position : The Associate Dentist is responsible for delivering a distinctive patient experience to our established & growing patient base. Our dentists play a leading part in collaborating with our leadership team to ensure the highest standards of patient care & team morale. Formulate plan of treatment for patient’s oral health & make recommendations. Diagnose & provide appropriate treatment, including restorative, crowns/bridges, root canals,extractions, implants, & cosmetic dentistry. Interpret radiographs to make informed decisions & proper judgement. Performing surgical procedures on the teeth, bone & soft tissues of the oral cavity. Advise & educate patients regarding preventative dental care, the causes & treatment of dental issues, as related. Examine patients’ medical records & make proper treatment diagnoses. Use state-of-the-art equipment to make informed decisions, such as CBCT, Intraoral Camera, etc. Educate patients on proper oral health, preventative care, & other hygiene routines. Design & fit dental prosthodontic appliances, such as bridges, crowns, retainers, etc. Collaborate with our Director of Operations & Owner Dentist to create an efficient workflow of the clinical function, & the patient experience. Comply with all OSHA & HIPAA regulations, ensuring patients treatment & concerns are adhered with strict confidentiality. Other duties as assigned by Director of Operations. Required Skills/Abilities: Great interpersonal skills Compassion to serve others; being a leader for our team & patients Good practical business skills; excellent decision-making skills Education/Experience: Doctorate of dental surgery or dental medicine, required. One to three years experience in an associate role, preferred. Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A Work Conditions: This position will perform duties under normal office working conditions, including the prolonged use of a computer, office equipment, and working in close proximity to others. Essential physical requirements may include standing, walking, stooping, typing, and lifting up to 25lbs. Disclaimer: Savannah Dental is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with human resources. Acceptable Background and References Required. Equal Opportunity/ DFWP Company Position: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employees assigned to this position and employment classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of his or her normal job scope, as needed. This is a full time position #J-18808-Ljbffr