Community Family Dentist — Comprehensive Oral Care

Ponca City Development Authority; Newkirk (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ponca City Development Authority is seeking a Dentist to provide comprehensive oral care. The role requires a D.S. or D.M.D. degree and CPR certification. Responsibilities include educating patients on hygiene, prescribing medications, and performing dental procedures such as extractions and root canals. Candidates should have a keen attention to detail and excellent communication skills, along with two years of experience in general/family practice preferred. The position is located in Newkirk, Oklahoma.

Qualifications

• At least two years experience in general/family practice preferred.
• Experience providing healthcare to Native Americans preferred.
• Computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits.
• Prescribe antibiotics and pain-relieving medications.
• Provide patient care for cracked or fractured teeth.
• Perform procedures to treat decay and cavities.
• Prepare and place fillings.
• Examine patients for dental and jaw diagnoses.
• Interpret x-rays and diagnostic tests.
• Sedate patients and administer anesthetics.
• Perform tooth extractions and root canals.
• Diagnose and treat oral diseases.
• Create detailed treatment plans for patients.
• Perform surgical procedures on teeth, bone, and soft tissues.
• Educate patients on aftercare and answer questions.

Education

D.S. or D.M.D. from an accredited school

Certified in CPR

Job description

Ponca City Development Authority is seeking a Dentist to provide comprehensive oral care. The role requires a D.S. or D.M.D. degree and CPR certification. Responsibilities include educating patients on hygiene, prescribing medications, and performing dental procedures such as extractions and root canals. Candidates should have a keen attention to detail and excellent communication skills, along with two years of experience in general/family practice preferred. The position is located in Newkirk, Oklahoma.