General Dentist

David Raines Community Health Centers; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Paid time off

Extended leave days

Discounted services

Loan repayment options

Continuing education days

Eligibility for all benefits

Job summary

David Raines Community Health Centers in Shreveport, LA is seeking a qualified dentist to join our team. The role provides direct dental care across our community clinics, with emphasis on comprehensive exams, diagnosis and treatment planning.

You will perform restorative procedures, sealants, fluoride treatments and patient education; administer anesthesia, maintain records and collaborate with staff to improve services.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited dental school with a DDS or DMD.
• Ability to communicate complex treatment plans effectively to patients.
• Experience with electronic health records required, preferably Next Gen or similar EHR.
• Demonstrated care, patience and compassion for patient comfort.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct dental care to clinic patients including examination, diagnosis and treatment according to established policy and protocol.
• Perform restorative procedures such as fillings, root canals, bridges and tooth extractions.
• Apply sealants, fluoride treatments and teach patients proper oral hygiene techniques.
• Administer anesthetics safely, maintaining patient records and managing dental team.
• Accepts emergency calls as scheduled or as needed.
• Meets with other members of the staff and participates in planning and implementing improvements to health service.
• Is responsible for maintaining established productivity, standards and goals.
• Documents appropriate patient education.
• Completes charts in a timely manner.
• Documents on-call assessments.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education

DDS or DMD

Louisiana license to practice dentistry

Clear communication of treatment plans

Compassionate patient care

Tools

Next Gen EHR

Job description

David Raines Community Health Centers is looking for passionate, qualified applicants to join our team! The position will have a Shreveport/Bossier assignment.

Work Experience Requirements

• Provides direct dental care to clinic patients including examination, diagnosis and treatment according to established policy and protocol.
• Perform restorative procedures such as fillings, root canals, bridges and tooth extractions.
• Apply sealants, fluoride treatments and teach patients proper oral hygiene techniques.
• Administer anesthetics safely, maintaining patient records and managing dental team.
• Accepts emergency calls as scheduled or as needed.
• Meets with other members of the staff and participates in planning and implementing improvements to health service.
• Is responsible for maintaining established productivity, standards and goals.
• Documents appropriate patient education.
• Completes charts in a timely manner.
• Documents on-call assessments.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited dental school with a DDS or DMD.
• Expertise in using dental tools and instruments for precise, delicate procedures.
• Ability to communicate complex treatment plans effectively to patients.
• Ability to demonstrate care, patience and compassion for patient comfort.
• Experience with electronic health records required, preferably Next Gen or similar EHS.

Licensure/Certification

• BLS (American Heart Association)
• Licenses to practice dentistry in the State of Louisiana.

WHAT WE OFFER?

• 11 paid holidays each year
• paid time off
• extended leave days
• discounted services
• loan repayment options
• continuing education days
• Eligibility for all benefits is based on position and job classification.

WHO WE ARE?

DRCHC exist to provide quality, accessible, affordable and comprehensive health care services to all. We have six center locations and twelve school based facilities in five cities throughout Northwest Louisiana and corporate headquarters in Shreveport. DRCHC has a licensed patient pharmacy and a state approved Medicaid application center. We even offer transportation for medical and dental appointments. Our staff work as a team to ensure the mission, vision and purpose of DRCHC is achieved daily.