Associate Dentist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental practice in Mebane is seeking an Associate Dentist to provide primary and preventive dental care. The role involves hands-on patient care, adherence to office protocols, and collaboration with office management to enhance practice culture. Ideal candidates will possess a DMD or DDS, a valid dental license, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• DMD or DDS from an accredited dental school required.
• Valid state dental license and malpractice insurance necessary.
• Current CPR certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care and perform clinical evaluations.
• Document treatment plans and ensure compliance with dental standards.
• Participate in training new staff and assist with patient concerns.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Empathy

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or 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

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

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 effective communication with patients and team members
• Empathy and a patient-centric approach to dental care
• Attention to detail with excellent clinical and diagnostic abilities
• Commitment to ethical practices and patient confidentiality
• Ability to work under pressure maintaining professionalism
• Effective interaction with diverse backgrounds

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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