Clinic Dentist

Pennsylvania College of Technology; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated dental professional to supervise dental hygiene services in a dynamic clinical environment. This role involves overseeing patient care, providing diagnostic examinations, and collaborating with faculty to ensure high standards of practice. The ideal candidate will possess strong computer skills and a commitment to maintaining health standards, including vaccinations. If you're passionate about dental care and eager to make a significant impact in a clinical setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure as a dentist is required.
• Three years of full-time experience as a general dentist or in specialty practice.

Responsibilities

• Supervise patient care in the dental hygiene clinic.
• Provide diagnostic dental examinations and manage medical emergencies.

Skills

Computer Functional Ability

Hepatitis B Vaccination

Education

Graduation from CODA Accredited Dental School

Job description

Overview

Following standard procedures, this person will provide supervision of dental hygiene services related to the operation of the Dental Hygiene clinic in a non-faculty/non-teaching role. Some evenings may be required to meet the needs of the department.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Graduation from a dental school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) with eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure as a dentist. Required

EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) years full time experience as a general dentist or specialty practice. Required

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Functional ability with computers or ability to learn computer functions. Required
• Possession of a current Hepatitis B vaccination and willingness to maintain. Required

Responsibilities

• Provide overall supervision of patient care rendered in the dental hygiene clinic.
• Act as a consultant conferring with the dental hygiene faculty members assigned to clinic in regard to clinically related information and/or questions.
• Provide a diagnostic dental examination and head/examination for patients treated in the dental hygiene clinic.
• Prescribe and interpret dental radiographs.
• Prescribe dental sealants, fluoride and other medicaments as deemed necessary.
• Administer local anesthesia for pain control.
• Manage medical emergencies that may occur during the clinical session.
• Refer patients for follow-up diagnostic services.
• Discuss dental diagnosis and treatment planning with patients, students and faculty.
• Evaluate restorative/hard tissue charting and confirm documentation of pathology.
• Ensure that clinical services are consistent with current dental practice.

Physical Standards and Special Job Features

Frequent and quick movement from one student station to another is required.

Pay Transparency

Hourly rate is $75.00.

College Statement

This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice.

EEO Statement

Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

Job Code

AM3