Associate/Partner Dentist

Job Description

Job Description

As an Associate Dentist, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality dental care to our patients.We take pride in knowing that our team has the highest standard of care, enriching the lives of our patients and the community. In this role, you will diagnose and treat a variety of dental issues, perform routine check-ups and cleanings, educate patients on oral health, and create tailored treatment plans. Your expertise in pain management and commitment to infection control protocols will ensure top-notch patient care in a friendly and professional environment.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school
• State licensure to practice dentistry
• Valid CPR Certification
• Proficient in dental procedures, including restorative, cosmetic, and surgical treatments
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Knowledge of dental office systems and protocols

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Examine patients' teeth and gums to diagnose and treat various oral health issues.
• Utilize X-rays and computer-generated imaging to assist with examinations.
• Provide dental treatments to patients, including routine cleanings, extractions, dental fillings, cavity, and tooth decay treatments, teeth whitening, bonding, and applications of dental crowns, caps, and veneers.
• Administer local anesthesia to patients as needed.
• Educate patients on good oral hygiene practices and advise them on proper aftercare following certain dental procedures.
• Perform oral cancer screenings.
• Prescribe antibiotics and pain medications to patients as required.
• Ensure that all dental instruments and equipment are sterilized before each use.
• Take impressions of patients' mouths for the fabrication of customized mouthguards and dentures.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to a dynamic team of professionals.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Unlimited annual compensation based on personal production.
• Family friendly practice hours.
• Outstanding mentorship opportunity for new graduates with some of the area's top providers.
• Opportunity to work with a well-established and successful dental practice.
• Access to top rated technology.
• Demographically growing and desirable marketplace.
• Patient care focused foundation: build valuable relationships with your patients while providing exceptional dental care.

Physical Requirements:

The following physical activities described are a representation of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; repeat the same movements; bend or twist their body; sit and/or stand for extended periods.

The employee is required to see details of objects that are less than a few feet away; use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects; hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm; speak clearly so listeners can understand, and understand the speech of another person; use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects; and make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.