General Dentist - Tallahassee, FL

Jobvite, Inc.; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobvite, Inc. seeks a licensed general dentist to deliver comprehensive general dentistry, including diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting teeth, gums and related oral structures.

You will examine patients using x-rays and diagnostic tools, perform cleanings, fillings, extractions and replacements, provide preventive care and educate patients on oral hygiene, and coordinate lab services with the office team.

Qualifications

• Commitment to quality patient care.
• Effective communication with patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform general dentistry services: diagnose and treat diseases, injuries and malformations of teeth, gums and related oral structures.
• Examine patients to determine condition using x-rays and diagnostic procedures.
• Clean, fill, extract and replace teeth using instruments and dental appliances.
• Provide preventive dental services and education in oral hygiene.
• Coordinate laboratory services for the dental office.
• Adhere to OSHA/Bloodborne pathogen safety protocols.
• Participate in morning huddles, chart reviews and routine office meetings.
• All other duties allowed under state laws and regulations.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

DDS or DMD

BLS/CPR certification

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.