Associate Dentist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 250,000 - 425,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in dental care is seeking an Associate Dentist to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to provide primary and preventive dental care in a collaborative group practice setting. As an Associate Dentist, you will be instrumental in fostering a positive culture and delivering high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include performing clinical evaluations, managing treatment plans, and guiding professional staff to uphold the highest standards of care. If you're passionate about dentistry and committed to patient-centered practices, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• DMD or DDS from an accredited dental school is required.
• Valid state dental license and malpractice insurance are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care and perform clinical evaluations.
• Document treatment plans and ensure compliance with protocols.
• Assist in training new staff and participate in performance reviews.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical Abilities

Diagnostic Skills

Empathy

Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Valid State Dental License

Current CPR Certification

Job description

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Position Summary

The Associate Dentist (AD) is responsible for administering, maintaining, and expanding a program of primary (and in selected cases, secondary) care and preventive dental care in a group practice setting. ADs play a leadership role in the office and are expected to partner with Office Managers to drive positive culture and performance. The AD reports to the Chief Dental Officer.

Job Duties/Expectations

• Consistently model the core values and code of conduct of Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry
• Provide hands-on patient care as scheduled each week
• Review and follow all dental office protocols, policies, and procedures including use of lab and supply formulary
• Perform quality clinical and radiographic evaluations to diagnose and treat diseases of the oral cavity
• Promote oral health by providing educational information on all phases of preventive and restorative dentistry and oral hygiene
• Document and follow treatment plans that include appropriate preventive and restorative therapy
• Manage medical/dental history with a comprehensive evaluation of the patient's general health
• Address all contraindications pertaining to treatment and identify patient's chief complaint or reason for visit
• Ensure necessary diagnosis and coding is properly documented
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and dental board procedures
• Guide professional staff to deliver services that meet or exceed dentistry standards of care
• Participate in assessments/interviews of applicant hygienists and dental assistants, providing feedback to Operations, HR, and Clinical leaders
• Assist in training new hygienists and dental assistants
• Provide input to Office Manager for annual performance reviews of all office team members
• Attend and participate in daily huddles
• Assist with clinically-related patient concerns as needed, reviewing charts and contacting patients
• Escalate significant patient concerns via the Risk Management platform
• Assist Revenue Cycle Management with insurance denials, credentialing, coding, or billing issues as needed

Qualifications

To perform this role successfully, an individual must meet the following requirements:

Educational and Regulatory Requirements

• Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from an accredited dental school
• Valid state dental license and malpractice insurance
• Valid DEA license
• Current CPR Certification

Essential Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients and team members
• Empathy and a patient-centric approach
• Excellent clinical and diagnostic abilities with attention to detail
• Commitment to ethical practices and confidentiality
• Ability to work under pressure professionally
• Effective communication with diverse backgrounds

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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Job Location and Compensation

Mount Olive, NC | $250,000.00 - $425,000.00 | 5 days ago