Dentist
- Employer
- DePaul Community Health Centers
- Location
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Salary
- Up to $160,000 + Benefits
- Closing date
- Sep 17, 2022
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- Position
- General Dentist
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Job Type
- Full Time
The Dentist is responsible for providing compassionate, high-quality dental care to our patients. Provide leadership and direction to Dental Hygienists and support team members in all areas of DCHC patient treatment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Diagnose dental conditions and plan oral health care in consultation with patients and parents
· Ensure treatment plan is reviewed with each patient / parent and informed consent is granted for treatments rendered
· Provide great customer service by offering same day care when possible and ensuring parent / patient satisfaction
· Educate patients and parents about improving and maintaining oral health care
· Obtain diagnostic pre-operative radiographs for every procedure
· Local Anesthesia must be limited appropriately
· Effectively and safely administer behavior management techniques to enable delivery of dental care especially for uncooperative children
· Develop treatment plans for patients consistent with the American Dental Association Guidelines
· Adhere to all federal and government regulations, including the state dental board rules and regulations, HIPPA and OSHA regulations
· Conduct behavior in a manner that is professional and courteous to all patients, parents, and office staff at all times
· Consistently portray a positive working attitude that fosters a pleasant work environment
· Maintain a consistent schedule in response to patient need
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds and be able to twist, turn, bend and stoop.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Majority of work performed in a clinical environment. Requires availability for extended hours during peak patient periods. Hours may change to meet the business needs.
REQUIREMENTS
· DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
· Two (2) years practice experience and/or completion of a residency from an accredited postgraduate program.
· A current, valid license to practice dentistry in the state of Louisiana and providing patient care (License must be in good standing)
· Malpractice insurance (in place before start date)
· CPR/BLS Certification (current before start date)
· NPI provider number (in place before start date)
· DEA number (application submitted before start date)
· CDS (in states where applicable)
· Experience with electronic dental record
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics
· Must love working with a diverse group/ population
· Compassion and high level of service for our patients and staff
· Integrity, always doing the right thing
· Team building skills; organizational and staff development skills
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills
· Able to organize work and engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously
· High degree of initiative, accountability and independent judgment
· Professional manner and appearance at all times
· Computer literate
· Mentoring staff employees on developing their skills Certifications, Licenses, and registrations
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