Dentist

NorthLakes Community Clinic; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 210,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dentist to join their team in providing exceptional dental care. This role involves conducting routine exams, diagnosing dental issues, and educating patients on maintaining healthy smiles. The ideal candidate will possess a Doctor of Dentistry degree and demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. This forward-thinking clinic offers a supportive environment for professional growth, along with a generous benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and a 403(b) retirement plan. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

6 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)

403(b) with a 4% employer match

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Health and Wellness reimbursement program

Loan repayment program

Qualifications

• Excellent spatial judgment and manual dexterity are essential.
• Strong communication skills are necessary for effective patient interaction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine exams and diagnose dental issues.
• Provide education on dental care and preventive measures.
• Collaborate with dental staff for comprehensive patient care.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Teamwork

Quality Management

Education

Doctor of Dentistry degree (DDS or DMD)

Tools

Electronic Health Record Database software

Word Processing software

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Salary begins at $210,000.00+ per year depending on experience based on a 1.0 FTE.

The purpose of a Dentist is to provide patients with exceptional dental care and to remove barriers to a patient's ability to maintain a healthy smile.

Dentists are responsible for the treatment of problems associated with the teeth and surrounding tissues in the mouth. Dentists also provide education and administer care to assist in preventing future dental problems. Instruction may be provided on brushing, flossing, diet, the use of fluorides and all other aspects related to dental care. Other responsibilities of dentists may include : Providing exams, reviewing radiographs, treatment planning, restoring teeth, extracting teeth, fabrication of fixed and removable prosthesis, root canal treatments, and treatment of periodontal disease. A dentist may also write prescriptions and administer anesthetics.

• Conduct routine exams for patients to assess their dental condition and diagnose possible issues.
• Utilize dental equipment in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Restore teeth, extract teeth, and replacement of missing teeth and preventative treatments
• Administer local anesthetic to keep patients comfortable during treatment.
• Appropriate use of PPE / infection control protocols when providing dental treatment to patients.
• Some laboratory work may be required. Some work may be sent out to dental laboratories.
• Refer patients to specialists as needed.
• Collaborate with NorthLakes providers as well as external resources and providers in the best interest of the patients' continuation of care.
• Work collaboratively with NorthLakes support staff in the care and treatment of patients including Registered Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, and office staff.
• Be mindful of and maximize integration of care within NorthLakes services.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
• Problem Solving - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Both diagnostic abilities and manual skills are required for dentistry. Dentists must have excellent spatial judgment, good visual memory and a high level of manual dexterity. Other important skills include self-discipline, a good overall business sense and good communication skills in order to succeed in private practice.

Education and / or Experience

Doctor of Dentistry degree (DDS or DMD) and current, valid, and unrestricted license to practice

the profession.

Language

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional

journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports,

business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present

information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference,

and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply

concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in

situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of

instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Electronic

Health Record Database software and Word Processing software.

For full time and part time employees who work 24 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes :

• Medical and dental insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 6 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Leave Bank
• 403(b) with a 4% employer match

Various voluntary benefits :

• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Health and Wellness reimbursement program
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Partner of HRSA / NHSC loan repayment program

Our Mission is to respond to the healthcare needs of our communities with an integrated array of quality services and actively remove barriers to wellness.

NorthLakes Community Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references.