Senior general dentist

Blue Dental; Chennai District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Dental in Chennai invites a Senior General Dentist to join our on-site team. You will lead comprehensive dental care, diagnose, plan, and perform general procedures, supervise junior clinicians, and collaborate with specialists to deliver high-quality patient care.

Based in Chennai, the role emphasizes infection control, patient education, meticulous documentation, and ongoing quality improvement within a patient-centered hospital environment open from 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• BDS is required; valid Indian dental license/registration.
• MDS in a relevant specialty is an advantage.
• Experience with high patient volumes and complex cases.
• Strong infection control knowledge and compliance with standards.
• Ability to educate patients and document treatments meticulously.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnosis, treatment planning, and general dental procedures.
• Supervise junior dentists and clinical staff.
• Coordinate with specialists for interdisciplinary cases.
• Maintain comprehensive clinical documentation.
• Educate patients on treatment options and preventive care.

Skills

Diagnosis & planning

Restorative procedures

Extractions

Endodontics basics

Infection control

Patient care & communication

Collaboration & leadership

Documentation

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)

MDS (advantage)

Tools

Dental radiology

Digital records

Practice management systems

Job description

Company Description Blue Dental is one of the largest dental hospitals in Anna Nagar and mogappair known for delivering patient-centered care with integrity, empathy, and professionalism. Founded by Dr. Imran and Dr. Jailani, the hospital is supported by a multidisciplinary team of over 30 experienced doctors across all major dental specialties. The clinic combines advanced infrastructure and technology with stringent sterilization protocols that follow ADA and OSHA guidelines and are certified through FDA monitoring in consultation with the University of Louisville. Blue Dental emphasizes active listening, transparency throughout the treatment process, and extended availability from 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., including weekends and public holidays. The team culture prioritizes compassion, clinical excellence, and innovation in every aspect of patient care.

Role Description The Senior General Dentist will provide comprehensive dental care, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and execution of general dental procedures such as restorations, extractions, prophylaxis, and basic endodontic and prosthodontic treatments. This full-time on-site role, based in Chennai, involves managing patient consultations, reviewing medical and dental histories, ordering and interpreting radiographs, and ensuring adherence to strict infection control and sterilization protocols. The role includes supervising junior dentists and clinical staff, collaborating closely with specialists for interdisciplinary cases, and contributing to complex treatment plans for long-term oral health. The Senior General Dentist will also educate patients about treatment options, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions, while maintaining detailed clinical documentation and supporting continuous quality improvement initiatives at the hospital.

Qualifications

• Clinical dentistry skills: Strong proficiency in diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative procedures, extractions, basic endodontics, and management of common dental emergencies.
• Patient care and communication: Ability to build trust, listen actively, explain treatment options clearly, and provide empathetic, culturally sensitive care to diverse patient groups.
• Quality and safety: Thorough understanding of infection control, sterilization protocols, and adherence to national and international clinical standards and guidelines.
• Collaboration and leadership: Experience working within multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior clinicians, and coordinating care with specialists for complex cases.
• Professional qualifications: Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from a recognized institution; MDS in a relevant specialty is an advantage. Valid dental license/registration for practice in India.
• Experience: Several years of post-qualification clinical experience as a general dentist, with a track record of handling high patient volumes and complex treatment plans.
• Technical and documentation skills: Familiarity with dental radiology, digital dental records, and practice management systems, with accurate charting and documentation habits.
• Personal attributes: Commitment to ethical practice, continuous learning, attention to detail, time