Dentist

Dentist I

CARESTL HEALTH is seeking a full-time dentist. The dentist may be reassigned duties and responsibilities at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other staffing reasons. Other duties may be assigned.

Essential functions:

• After a thorough evaluation of health history, x-rays, and oral examination/cancer screen/periodontal evaluation discuss with the patients the findings of the dental examination and the treatment that can be taken care of in our health center
• Create a treatment plan and complete treatment in a timely manner; referring out any services the health center can't render
• Render treatment to our pediatric and pregnant population in the window of insurance coverage
• Give chronic disease patients referrals to PCP for medical clearance for treatment; record and track
• Practice to the full extent of your license including extractions (simple and some surgical), restorative (amalgams and composites), root canals (anterior and premolars), crowns, bridges, partials, and denture

Education:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Dentistry
• Licensed to practice in the State of Missouri
• Must have current CPR/CE certificates

Experience:

• Some experience in a community health center is desirable but not mandatory

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Maintain a professional attitude towards patients in and out of the Health Center
• Good oral and verbal communication skills
• Good organizational and self-motivational skills
• Must be willing to practice to the full extent of your license
• Must be willing to participate in community health fairs sponsored by MHD
• Must be willing to work with the pediatric population. Must be willing to work extended hours and some Saturdays periodically
• Must be able to be credentialed by insurance plans

Additional information:

• Clinic hours are Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Full benefits package.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

*We believe that health care is right and not a privilege. At CARESTL HEALTH we are an equal opportunity employer healthcare center. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, veteran, or disability status.*