General Dentist - Gainesville

​Florida Dental As; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Dental Assoc is seeking a licensed general dentist to deliver comprehensive dental care, diagnose and treat oral health issues, and educate patients on oral hygiene.

The role emphasizes maintaining safety standards, coordinating lab services, and participating in team huddles and office meetings to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree, licensed in state, or ability to obtain licensure upon graduation.
• Current BLS and CPR certification.
• Completion of a general practice residency (GPR) or advanced education in general dentistry residency (AEGD) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients to determine the nature of the condition using x-rays and dental tools.
• Clean, fill, extract and replace teeth with appropriate instruments and materials.
• Provide preventive dental services and patient education on oral hygiene.
• Coordinate laboratory services for the dental office.
• Adhere to safety protocols including OSHA and bloodborne pathogen requirements.
• Participate in morning huddles, chart reviews and routine office meetings.
• All other duties allowed under applicable state laws and regulations.

Skills

Quality patient care

Communication skills

Education

DDS or DMD degree

BLS/CPR certification

GPR/AEGD residency 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.

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Commitment to quality patient care and enjoy educating patients on dental health.

• Effective communication skills; demonstrates professional and courteous demeanor with patients.

Qualifications (Experience, Education, Licensure, Certification)

• 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.

Working Conditions

General Dentists work in areas that are highly visible and designed and furnished to make a good impression. Most work stations are clean, well-lighted, and relatively quiet.