General Dentist - Estero

Coast Dental; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Coast Dental in Fort Myers, FL seeks a licensed general dentist to provide comprehensive dentistry, diagnose and treat oral diseases, and maintain high standards of patient care.

You will perform procedures, coordinate lab work, ensure OSHA safety, and participate in team huddles and case reviews; BLS/CPR certification and licensure in Florida (or eligibility) are required.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree; licensed or eligible to obtain licensure in the practicing state.
• Current BLS and CPR certification is required.
• GPR/AEGD residency completed or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general dentistry services, including diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth, gums and related oral structures.
• Examine patients to determine the nature of the condition affecting the patient, utilizing x-rays, dental instruments and other diagnostic procedures.
• Clean, fill, extract and replace teeth, using rotary and hand instruments, dental appliances, medications and surgical implements.
• Provide preventive dental services and education in oral and dental hygiene.
• Coordinate laboratory services for the dental office.
• Adheres to safety protocols and processes including OSHA/Bloodborne pathogen requirements.
• Participate in morning huddles, chart reviews and routine office meetings.
• All other duties and responsibilities allowed under applicable state laws and regulations.

Education

DDS or DMD degree

Current BLS and CPR certification

GPR/AEGD residency completed or preferred

Job description

Job Purpose

As a licensed dentist, a general dentist provides general dentistry services, including the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth, gums and related oral structures

Job Purpose

As a licensed dentist, a general dentist provides general dentistry services, including the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth, gums and related oral structures

Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform General dentistry services, including the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth, gums and related oral structures.
• Examine patients to determine the nature of the condition affecting the patient, utilizing x-rays, dental instruments and other diagnostic procedures.
• Clean, fill, extract and replace teeth, using rotary and hand instruments, dental appliances, medications and surgical implements.
• Provide preventive dental services and education in oral and dental hygiene.
• Coordinate laboratory services for the dental office.
• Adheres to safety protocols and processes including but not limited to ensuring protective equipment is utilized and OSHA/Bloodborne pathogen requirements are followed.
• Participate in morning huddles, chart reviews and routine office meetings.
• All other duties and responsibilities allowed under applicable state laws and regulations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Commitment to quality patient care and enjoy educating patients on dental health.
• Effective communication skills; demonstrates professional and courteous demeanor with patients.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree, licensed in state in which practicing or have the ability to obtain licensure upon graduation.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Completion of a general practice residency (GPR) or advanced education general dentistry residency (AEGD) preferred.