General Dentist

Education LevelDoctorate or above## Description**Summary:** Performs professional, high quality dental care, preventive care and restorative care to clients of all ages with maximum concern for client comfort, treatment, and respect.**Essential Duties****:** Essential job duties for this position include the following items. Other duties must be performed as assigned or required.* Performs all functions according to CCHC mission and values* Performs oral examinations using x-ray and other special equipment. Diagnoses and treats dental and oral disease. Performs restorations, extractions, prophylactic, and other dental work as indicated. Achieves productivity standards as determined by supervisor.* Demonstrates knowledge of the principles, standard practice methods and techniques of general dentistry, preventive dentistry, and educational methodologies utilized in prevention.* Performs dental operations and treats mouth diseases; refers clients per protocols; confers with physicians regarding medical/dental problems.* Keeps clinical and other records regarding services provided, supplies and materials used.* Uses all available resources for diagnosis and treatment in an appropriate and cost-efficient manner.* Participates in development of dental policies, procedures, dental records, and quality improvement plan.* Participates in professional education for self to maintain the highest level of expertise.* Maintains good relationships with other professionals within the community.* Available for on call coverage to triage after hours calls. (Not currently triaging after hours but may be necessary at a later date.)* Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of general dentistry.* Practice within scope of license and experience.* Maintain infection control and safety guidelines.* Maintain a friendly, respectful, and professional environment for all client contacts.* Maintain a cooperative, helpful work environment within the Clinic.* Maintain confidentiality regarding CCHC, its clients, and employees.* Work toward continuous quality improvement.* Stay current with changing best practices and technologies.* Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures.## QualificationsEducation/Experience:* DDS or DMD. Graduate of accredited school of dentistry.* Licensure to practice dentistry in the state of Iowa.* Must have or receive in the first 30 days of employment: BLS certification mandatory reporter training. Must be able to pass screening, credentialing, and privileging requirements.* Must be able to use electronic dental records and other computer software.* At least one year of experience preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Priority Dispatch Corp.