Lead Dentist & Clinic Supervisor (Teaching)

Carrington College; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 6,199,000 - 8,266,000; Full time

Job summary

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. is seeking a qualified Attending Dentist to oversee dental care in the clinic, collaborating with the clinical instructor and Clinic Coordinator. You will supervise students, review medical histories, and ensure safe, effective patient care in a teaching environment.

The role requires a DDS/DMD, California license, and BLS/CPR certification, plus at least three years of experience. Teaching experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• DDS/DMD degree required.
• Current California dental license required.
• BLS and CPR certification required.
• Meet ADA CODA education requirements.
• Meet Dental Hygiene Board of California requirements.
• Minimum 3 years of field experience.
• Teaching experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage medical history and dental emergencies with clinical instructor/Clinic Coordinator.
• Consult with student, clinical instructors and Clinic Coordinator on medical history, medications, vital signs.
• Refer patients for medical/dental consultations as needed.
• Discuss extra-oral/intra-oral findings with students and faculty.
• Provide dental screenings for clinic patients.
• Authorize radiographs and prescribe/provide necessary films.
• Evaluate radiographs with clinical team and share findings with patients when appropriate.
• Select suitable patients for sealants; refer for comprehensive exams or immediate referrals in emergencies.
• Assist with minor dental procedures and supervise NO2O/Local Anesthesia administration by students.

Education

DDS/DMD degree

California dental license

BLS and CPR certification

ADA CODA education requirements

Dental Hygiene Board of California requirements

3+ years field experience

Teaching experience desirable

Job description

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. is seeking a qualified Attending Dentist to oversee dental care in the clinic, collaborating with the clinical instructor and Clinic Coordinator. You will supervise students, review medical histories, and ensure safe, effective patient care in a teaching environment.

The role requires a DDS/DMD, California license, and BLS/CPR certification, plus at least three years of experience. Teaching experience is desirable.