General Dentist - Odenton, MD

Dental Career Services; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Odenton, MD is seeking a detail-oriented General Dentist to join their team. You'll be responsible for patients' oral health, performing procedures like tooth extractions and root canals. Ideal candidates will have a D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree, at least 3 years of experience, and excellent communication skills. Join a growing team that values compassion and precision in patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of private practice experience.
• Licensed to practice in the state of Maryland.
• Certified in CPR.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits.
• Perform procedures to treat decay and cavities.
• Create detailed treatment plans for patients.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Education

D.D.S. or D.M.D. from accredited school

Job description

About the job General Dentist - Odenton, MD

SHIFT: Full-Time, Part-Time

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented, thorough, and experienced dentist to join our growing team. In this position, you will be responsible for the oral health of your patients. You will perform procedures to diagnose and treat cavities, cracked or fractured teeth, and oral diseases. You will also administer medications and anesthetics for tooth extractions, root canals, and other surgical procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
• Prescribe antibiotics and pain-relieving medications
• Provide patient care for cracked or fractured teeth
• Perform procedures to treat decay and cavities
• Prepare and place fillings
• Examine patients for dental and jaw diagnoses
• Interpret x-rays and diagnostic tests
• Sedate patients and administer anesthetics
• Perform tooth extractions and root canals
• Diagnose and treat oral diseases
• Create detailed treatment plans for patients
• Perform surgical procedures on teeth, bone, and soft tissues
• Educate patients on aftercare and answer questions
• Clinical Freedom and Treatment Autonomy
• Established and Growing Patient Foundation

Requirements:

• D.D.S. or D.M.D. from a school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and American Dental Association
• Minimum 3 years private practice experience
• Licensed to practice in the state
• Certified in CPR
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Compassionate and caring of patients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work in an intense, concentrated environment
• Calm and cool-headed with a positive attitudeComplies with all office, local, state, and American Dental Association regulations, protocols, and procedures