Dental Therapist

Thunder Bay Community Health Service, Inc.; Cazouls-lès-Béziers; Sur place; EUR 56 000 - 78 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Thunder Bay Community Health Service, Inc. seeks a qualified Dental Therapist to provide preventive, restorative, and educational oral health services under the supervision of a licensed dentist in Michigan. The role focuses on improving access to quality dental care for diverse populations and delivering patient-centered treatment.

The position emphasizes accurate documentation in EHR, collaboration on treatment plans, and adherence to professional standards and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a CODA-accredited Dental Therapy program.
• Current licensure or certification as a Dental Therapist through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
• BLS certification at time of hire.
• Knowledge of state dental practice acts and scope of practice regulations.

Responsabilités

• Perform oral health assessments and collect patient dental histories.
• Provide preventive services including prophylaxis, scaling, polishing, fluoride treatments, and sealants.
• Perform basic restorative procedures such as placing and finishing fillings, stainless steel crowns, and temporary restorations as permitted by state law.
• Perform nonsurgical extractions of periodontally diseased permanent teeth with mobility +3, simple extraction of erupted primary teeth, placement and removal of space maintainers, suturing and suture removal.
• Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide where authorized.
• Take, process, and interpret dental radiographs.
• Provide oral health education and disease prevention counseling.
• Assist in developing treatment plans in collaboration with supervising dentists.
• Maintain accurate, compliant patient records (EHR).
• Follow OSHA, HIPAA, CDC, and infection control guidelines.
• Participate in community outreach or public health initiatives when applicable.
• Participate in peer review and quality assurance studies. Cooperate in setting and implementing dental quality standards and policies.

Connaissances

Strong clinical skills

Excellent communication

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Formation

CODA-accredited Dental Therapy program

Description du poste

DETAILS

Job Summary:

The Dental Therapist provides preventive, restorative, and educational oral health services under the supervision of a licensed dentist, in accordance with Michigan dental practice laws. This role focuses on improving access to quality dental care, promoting oral health, and delivering patient-centered treatment to diverse populations.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical: 90%

• Perform oral health assessments and collect patient dental histories
• Provide preventive services including prophylaxis, scaling, polishing, fluoride treatments, and sealants
• Perform basic restorative procedures such as placing and finishing fillings, stainless steel crowns, and temporary restorations as permitted by state law
• Perform nonsurgical extractions of periodontally diseased permanent teeth with mobility +3, simple extraction of erupted primary teeth, placement and removal of space maintainers, suturing and suture removal
• Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide where authorized
• Take, process, and interpret dental radiographs
• Provide oral health education and disease prevention counseling
• Assist in developing treatment plans in collaboration with supervising dentists
• Maintain accurate, compliant patient records (EHR)
• Follow OSHA, HIPAA, CDC, and infection control guidelines

Quality Improvement & Other Duties: 10%

• Participate in community outreach or public health initiatives when applicable
• Participate in peer review and quality assurance studies. Cooperate in setting and implementing dental quality standards and policies

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Graduation from a CODA-accredited Dental Therapy program
• Current licensure or certification as a Dental Therapist through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
• BLS certification at time of hire
• Knowledge of state dental practice acts and scope of practice regulations

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical skills within authorized scope of practice
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
• Ability to work independently under general or indirect supervision, as allowed

Physical Demands: Medium

Supervisory Responsibilities: May supervise up to 3 dental assistants and 2 hygienists as assigned to the extent permitted in a written practice agreement.

DETAILS

Job Summary:

The Dental Therapist provides preventive, restorative, and educational oral health services under the supervision of a licensed dentist, in accordance with Michigan dental practice laws. This role focuses on improving access to quality dental care, promoting oral health, and delivering patient-centered treatment to diverse populations.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical: 90%

• Perform oral health assessments and collect patient dental histories
• Provide preventive services including prophylaxis, scaling, polishing, fluoride treatments, and sealants
• Perform basic restorative procedures such as placing and finishing fillings, stainless steel crowns, and temporary restorations as permitted by state law
• Perform nonsurgical extractions of periodontally diseased permanent teeth with mobility +3, simple extraction of erupted primary teeth, placement and removal of space maintainers, suturing and suture removal
• Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide where authorized
• Take, process, and interpret dental radiographs
• Provide oral health education and disease prevention counseling
• Assist in developing treatment plans in collaboration with supervising dentists
• Maintain accurate, compliant patient records (EHR)
• Follow OSHA, HIPAA, CDC, and infection control guidelines

Quality Improvement & Other Duties: 10%

• Participate in community outreach or public health initiatives when applicable
• Participate in peer review and quality assurance studies. Cooperate in setting and implementing dental quality standards and policies

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Graduation from a CODA-accredited Dental Therapy program
• Current licensure or certification as a Dental Therapist through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
• BLS certification at time of hire
• Knowledge of state dental practice acts and scope of practice regulations

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical skills within authorized scope of practice
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
• Ability to work independently under general or indirect supervision, as allowed

Physical Demands: Medium

Supervisory Responsibilities: May supervise up to 3 dental assistants and 2 hygienists as assigned to the extent permitted in a written practice agreement.