Dentist (DHWC)

Methodist Healthcare Ministries in; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused healthcare organization in San Antonio is seeking a Dentist to provide quality dental care and oversee dental assistants. The role involves developing treatment plans, managing patient records, and participating in community education programs. Candidates need a DDS or DMD, with at least three years experience in family dentistry. Bilingual in Spanish is preferred. This position offers a supportive work environment with physical demands typical of a dental office.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Dentistry.
• Currently licensed in the State of Texas.
• Ability to read and interpret complex documents.

Responsibilities

• Supervise dental assistants during clinic operations.
• Provide quality dental care, including preventative and operative services.
• Develop and follow patient treatment plans.

Skills

Fluent in English

Knowledge of dental procedures

Ability to supervise staff

Bilingual (Spanish preferred)

Education

DDS or DMD degree

Minimum of three years experience in family dentistry

Tools

Internet applications

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Dentist (DHWC) (Finance)

Essential Duties:

• Clinic supervision of Dental Assistants.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with all federal and state health information privacy laws.
• Provides quality dental care and related services to patients including but not limited to preventative services, operative services (root canals, dentures, extractions, crowns, bridges, partial plates, fillings, etc.) and educational services.
• Develops and follows a treatment plan based on individual needs of patients.
• Provides educational information on all phases of preventive and operative dentistry and oral hygiene.
• Use local anesthesia for patient comfort and pain management
• Diagnosis and treat general, periodontal and endodontic disease
• Prescribe appropriate medications
• Use digital imaging and 3D ceramic computer restoration equipment for diagnosis, treatment and/or restorations
• Reviews and follows all Dental Clinic protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in the analysis of community dental health problems and the development of the community health care plan.
• Assists in screening of prospective dental staff.
• Participates in the annual evaluation of the dental support staff.
• Participates in the dental quality assurance program through chart audits and development of criteria.
• Participates in the evaluation and implementation of changes in the dental services to ensure quality of service to the community.
• Provides screenings and educational programs for local elementary and middle schools.
• Maintains dental records of patients.
• Follows budgetary guidelines.
• Provides input for supervision of subordinate personnel including: assisting with hiring, determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions.
• Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from all clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

Education/Experience:

Graduate of an accredited School of Dentistry with DDS or DMD degree; and a minimum of three years experience in family dentistry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to use original or innovative techniques or styles to provide effective communication on complex topics to management. Fluent in English; Spanish bilingual preferred.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply principles of logic or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Certificates and Licenses:

Currently licensed in the State of Texas. Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and unrestricted Texas Department of Public Safety(DPS) license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Computer Skills:

Demonstrate working knowledge of the Internet, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel applications.

Other:

Ability to drive and have access to a car; maintain valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is exposed to a dental office environment having direct contact with patients and clients. Position necessitates bending, stooping, twisting, turning, walking, climbing step stools, sitting and standing for periods of time. Must be able to lift and maneuver 25 pounds.