Apply here: https://promisechc.org/careers/dentist/

Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Diagnosing oral health issues through exams, X-rays, and clinical tests.

2. Treating dental problems such as cavities, gum disease, and infections.

3. Identify patients that would benefit from an inside or outside referral.

4. Educating patients on oral hygiene and preventive care

5. Examine, diagnose, and treat oral health conditions.

6. Perform routine dental procedures such as fillings, crowns, bridges, extractions, basic

     endodontic procedures, and removable prosthodontics.

7. Conduct minor surgical procedures.

8. Administer local anesthesia and ensure patient comfort during treatments.

9. Take and interpret X-rays and other diagnostic tools.

10. Maintain high infection control and sterilization standards.

11. Providing preventive care, including cleanings, fluoride treatments, SDF, and sealants.

12. Leading and supervising dental hygienists, assistants, and administrative staff.

13. Collaborating and referring with dental specialists (orthodontists, periodontists,

      prosthodontists) for complex cases.

14. Ensuring that the clinic follows infection control and sterilization protocols.

15. Maintaining accurate patient records and treatment plans.

16. Adhering to ethical and legal guidelines, including patient confidentiality (HIPAA

      compliance in the U.S.).

17. Collaborate with the Dental Coordinator to manage patient scheduling

18. Adhere to OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols.

19. Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding community dental      

      care.

20. Maintain calibration of dental equipment and oversee infection control measures.

21. Staying updated with the latest advancements in dentistry.

22. Attending workshops, seminars, and courses to improve skills and knowledge.

23. Providing urgent dental care for trauma, infections, or severe pain.

24. Handling exceptional cases such as geriatric, special needs, or pediatric dentistry.

25. Collaborates with local hospital/ER to provide current information on how to handle

      dental emergencies.

26. Duties as assigned.

Required Skills: 

•  Demonstrates ability to consistently perform job duties as outlined in the job description.

•  Demonstrates and supports service excellence standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.

•  Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competence.

•  Completes classes and certifications 100% of the time. Patient confidentiality is respected 100% of the time.

•  Handwriting is legible 100% of the time.

•  Improve knowledge and skills to provide superior patient care and additional education as recommended by Promise