Associate Dentist

Always Best Care Senior Services; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Dentist to join their team in Kansas City. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for new graduates, with a clear path to ownership for the right candidate. As an Associate Dentist, you will deliver comprehensive dental care, including examinations, treatments, and educating patients on proper oral hygiene. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for someone passionate about dentistry and eager to make a difference in patients' lives. Join a team that values quality care and professional development in a thriving practice.

Qualifications

• Valid state license to practice dentistry is required.
• Strong knowledge of dental issues and conditions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality dental care through examinations and treatments.
• Educate patients on oral care and maintain patient records.

Skills

Dental knowledge

Communication skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Compassion

Education

Degree in dental medicine or dental surgery

Tools

Dental equipment

Job description

Associate Dentist:

We are hiring an Associate Dentist for our team at Comfort Dental Raytown. NEW GRADS WELCOME!!! There is a path to ownership for the right candidate! We have flexible hours as well. As a member of our practice, you will be responsible for providing professional dental care for patients, consisting of oral examinations, diagnosis, and treatment of dental issues and diseases. You will perform preventative and diagnostic dental treatments, order X-rays, perform cleanings, teeth whitening, dental fillings, cavity excavation and tooth decay treatments, crowns, bridges, dentures, root canals, implants, etc., along with prescribing appropriate medications (as needed), and educating patients on proper oral care and hygiene.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide quality and professional dental care to patients by completing oral examinations, diagnosing, and treating dental problems
• Examine patients’ teeth and gums to diagnose oral health issues
• Conduct preventative and diagnostic dental treatments, such as cleaning, whitening, extractions, dental fillings, caries removal, and tooth decay treatments
• Perform cosmetic dental procedures, such as crowns, bridges, dentures, and implants
• Order X-rays and diagnostic tests to help with examination and diagnosis
• Develop treatment plans and follow-up care to ensure the proper healing process
• Educate and advise patients on proper oral care techniques and hygiene
• Administer local anesthesia and prescribe antibiotics and pain medications as needed
• Collect patient information and maintain patient records
• Collaborate with other dental professionals to ensure patients receive the best care
• Maintain clean and sanitized dental equipment and instruments
• Ensure a neat, safe, and comfortable environment for both patients and employees

Requirements:

• Degree in dental medicine or dental surgery
• Valid state license to practice dentistry
• Strong knowledge of dental issues, diseases, and conditions
• The ability to utilize various dental equipment and instruments
• Excellent communication skills
• Great organization and time management
• Attention to detail
• Compassion and understanding

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Internet Publishing