General Dentist - Melbourne

Coast Dental; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Coast Dental seeks a licensed General Dentist to join our Melbourne, Florida practice. You will diagnose, treat, and restore general dentistry conditions, with emphasis on quality patient care and education. Applicants should hold a DDS or DMD and be licensed or eligible to obtain licensure in Florida.

Responsibilities include patient examinations, using X-rays for diagnosis, and performing routine procedures while adhering to safety protocols and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and patient-relations skills.
• Current BLS and CPR certification.
• Licensed to practice dentistry in the applicable state; GPR/AEGD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general dentistry procedures including diagnosis and treatment of teeth, gums and related structures.
• Examine patients using X-rays and diagnostic tools to determine conditions.
• Clean, fill, extract and restore teeth with appropriate instruments and materials.
• Provide preventive dental services and patient education on oral health.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

DDS or DMD degree

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: FL Melbourne - Melbourne, FL 32940, Position Type: General Dentist, 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.