General Dentist

Job Description

Job Description

David Raines Community Health Centers is looking for passionate, qualified applicants to join our team! The position will have a Shreveport/Bossier assignment.

The Dentist works under the supervision of the Dental Director and provides direct dental care to all DRCHC patients including examination, diagnosis and treatment with referral to specialists. Follows all OSHA guidelines.

Work Experience Requirements:

• Provides direct dental care to clinic patients including examination, diagnosis and treatment according to established policy and protocol.
• Perform restorative procedures such as fillings, root canals, bridges and tooth extractions.
• Apply sealants, fluoride treatments and teach patients proper oral hygiene techniques.
• Administer anesthetics safely, maintaining patient records and managing dental team.
• Accepts emergency calls as scheduled or as needed.
• Meets with other members of the staff and participates in planning and implementing improvements to health service.
• Is responsible for maintaining established productivity, standards and goals.
• Documents appropriate patient education.
• Completes charts in a timely manner.
• Documents on-call assessments.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited dental school with a DDS or DMD.
• Expertise in using dental tools and instruments for precise, delicate procedures.
• Ability to communicate complex treatment plans effectively to patients.
• Ability to demonstrate care, patience and compassion for patient comfort.
• Experience with electronic health records required, preferably Next Gen or similar EHS.

Licensure/Certification:

• BLS (American Heart Association)
• Licenses to practice dentistry in the State of Louisiana.

WHAT WE OFFER? We offer 11 paid holidays each year, paid time off and extended leave days, discounted services, loan repayment options and continuing education days to name a few. Eligibility for all benefits is based on position and job classification.

WHO WE ARE? DRCHC exist to provide quality, accessible, affordable and comprehensive health care services to all. We have six center locations and twelve school based facilities in five cities throughout Northwest Louisiana and corporate headquarters in Shreveport. DRCHC has a licensed patient pharmacy and a state approved Medicaid application center. We even offer transportation for medical and dental appointments. Our staff work as a team to ensure the mission, vision and purpose of DRCHC is achieved daily.

All applications/resumes are accepted online via or any of the external posting site such as Glassdoor or indeed.