ASSOCIATE DENTIST | NEW GRADS WELCOME - IMMEDICATE HIRE

a-teamdentalstaffing; Jackson (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental

Job summary

a-teamdentalstaffing is seeking an experienced Associate Dentist in Jackson, California, to perform routine and complex dental procedures tailored to patients’ oral health and cosmetic needs. Responsibilities include examining patients, utilizing imaging for diagnoses, and educating patients on hygiene practices.

The successful candidate will possess a DDS or DMD, a state license, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Benefits include dental coverage and a Monday to Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a dental practice.
• Ability to educate patients on good oral hygiene practices.
• Ability to ensure that health and safety regulations are adhered to always.

Responsibilities

• Examining patients' teeth and gums to diagnose and treat various oral health issues.
• Utilizing X-rays and computer-generated imaging to assist with examinations.
• Providing dental treatments including routine cleanings and extractions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Good hand-eye coordination

Ability to use various dental instruments

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Teamwork

Education

Doctor of dental surgery (DDS) or doctor of medicine in dentistry (DMD)

State license to practice dentistry

CPR certification

Tools

Curve Dental

Dental Materials

Bio Nobel implant system

WaveOne RCT system

3M bonding

Job description

We are looking to hire an experienced Associate Dentist to perform routine and complex dental procedures on patients according to their oral health needs and cosmetic concerns. The Associate Dentist’s responsibilities include developing suitable treatment plans for patients, keeping an accurate record of all appointments, diagnoses, and treatments, and answering patients’ questions. You should also be able to oversee the work of the technical and administrative staff. To be successful as an Associate Dentist, you should be able to use all dental instruments effectively and equipment without injuring patients. Ultimately, an exceptional Associate Dentist should demonstrate excellent communication skills and ensure that health and safety regulations are adhered to always.

Associate Dentist Responsibilities

• Examining patients' teeth and gums to diagnose and treat various oral health issues.
• Utilizing X-rays and computer-generated imaging to assist with examinations.
• Providing dental treatments to patients, including routine cleanings, extractions, dental fillings, cavity, and tooth decay treatments, teeth whitening, bonding, and applications of dental crowns, caps, and veneers.
• Administering local anesthesia to patients as needed.
• Educating patients on good oral hygiene practices and advising them on proper aftercare following certain dental procedures.
• Performing oral cancer screenings.
• Prescribing antibiotics and pain medications to patients as required.
• Ensuring that all dental instruments and equipment are sterilized before each use.
• Taking impressions of patients' mouths for the fabrication of customized mouthguards and dentures.

Requirements

• Doctor of dental surgery (DDS) or doctor of medicine in dentistry (DMD).
• State license to practice dentistry.
• CPR certification.
• Proven experience working in a dental practice.
• The ability to use various dental instruments and equipment.
• The ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• The ability to work in a team.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Helpful and polite.

Software and Equipment (Preferred but not required)

• Curve Dental
• Familiar with Dental Materials
• Bio Nobel implant system
• WaveOne RCT system
• 3M bonding

Schedule

Days: Monday- Friday
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm

Benefits

• Dental