General Dentist - Riverview

Coast Dental; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobvite, Inc. seeks a licensed general dentist to provide comprehensive dental care, diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries and malformations of teeth, gums and related oral structures.

Responsibilities include performing exams with X-rays, cleaning, filling, extracting and replacing teeth, providing preventive education, coordinating lab services, and following OSHA/BLS protocols. You will engage in morning huddles and office meetings as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree and licensed to practice in the state.
• Current BLS and CPR certification.
• GPR or AEGD completion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general dentistry: diagnose and treat teeth, gums, and oral structures.
• Examine patients using x-rays and diagnostic tools.
• Clean, fill, extract, and replace teeth with instruments.
• Provide preventive care and patient education.
• Coordinate dental laboratory services.
• Maintain safety: PPE and OSHA/bloodborne protocols.
• Participate in morning huddles and office meetings.
• Comply with state laws for dental practice.

Skills

Quality patient care

Communication skills

Education

DDS or DMD

BLS/CPR certificate

GPR/AEGD 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.