Associate Dentist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry; Knightdale (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Dentist to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will provide high-quality dental care while collaborating closely with office management to foster a positive workplace culture. Your responsibilities will include performing clinical evaluations, managing treatment plans, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position offers an opportunity to grow professionally while making a significant impact on patient care. If you are passionate about dentistry and committed to ethical practices, this role is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• DMD or DDS degree from an accredited dental school required.
• Valid state dental license and malpractice insurance needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care and perform clinical evaluations.
• Document treatment plans and ensure compliance with dental protocols.
• Assist in training new hygienists and dental assistants.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical Abilities

Detail-oriented

Patient-Centric Approach

Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

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 are properly documented
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and dental board procedures
• Guide professional staff to consistently deliver services that are at or above dentistry standards of care
• Participate in assessments/interviews of applicant hygienists and dental assistants, and provide feedback to Operations, HR, and Clinical leaders
• Assist in the training of new hygienists and dental assistants
• Provide input to OM for annual performance reviews of all office team members
• Consistently attend and participate in daily huddle
• Assist the OM with clinically-related patient concerns, by reviewing charts and contacting patients as needed
• Escalate significant patient concerns via the Risk Management tracking platform
• Assist Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) with insurance denial appeals, credentialing, coding, or other billing issues as needed

Qualifications

To successfully perform the job responsibilities, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required but are not necessarily all inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

Requirements

Educational and Regulatory Requirements

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

Essential Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members
• Empathy and a patient-centric approach to dental care
• Detail-oriented with excellent clinical and diagnostic abilities
• Commitment to ethical dental practices and patient confidentiality
• Ability to manage under pressure and maintain professionalism at all times
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse backgrounds

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting