Lead General Dentist

i4 Dental Lab; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

i4 Dental Lab in Flemington, New Jersey, is seeking a Lead General Dentist to deliver high-quality dental care while coordinating clinical activities and upholding consistent treatment standards.

The role requires leadership of the clinical team, clear communication with patients, and commitment to ethical care, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited program.
• Current license to practice dentistry in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of general dentistry, diagnosis, and infection control.
• Ability to guide or lead a dental team effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail, judgment, organizational ability, and decision-making.
• Collaborates with clinical and laboratory teams.
• Commitment to ethical practice and patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive examinations, diagnoses, treatment planning, and general dental procedures.
• Provide preventive, restorative, and emergency dental care within licensure scope.
• Review medical and dental histories and maintain accurate, timely patient records.
• Explain diagnoses, treatment options, procedures, risks, and aftercare clearly to patients.
• Lead and support the clinical team in delivering care that follows standards and regulations.
• Coordinate with dental assistants, hygienists, laboratory personnel and team members for restorations and prosthetics.
• Provide clinical guidance, support team communication, and ensure adherence to procedures.
• Monitor treatment outcomes and arrange appropriate follow-up care.
• Support quality-improvement activities and continuing education.
• Maintain a clean, organized, professional, patient-focused treatment environment.
• Protect patient confidentiality and promote a respectful, collaborative workplace.

Skills

Leadership / mentoring

Communication skills

Infection control

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Ethical practice

Education

DDS / DMD degree

Licensed in NJ to practice dentistry

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused Lead General Dentist to provide high-quality dental care while supporting clinical coordination, team collaboration, and consistent standards of treatment. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound clinical judgment, effective leadership, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient comfort, safety, and ethical care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive examinations, diagnoses, treatment planning, and general dental procedures.
• Provide preventive, restorative, and emergency dental care within the scope of licensure.
• Review medical and dental histories and maintain accurate, timely patient records.
• Explain diagnoses, treatment options, procedures, risks, and aftercare instructions clearly to patients.
• Lead and support the clinical team in delivering care that follows current clinical standards, safety requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Coordinate with dental assistants, hygienists, laboratory personnel, and other team members to support efficient patient care and accurate, well-fitting restorations and prosthetic treatments.
• Provide clinical guidance, support team communication, and encourage consistent adherence to established procedures.
• Monitor treatment outcomes and arrange appropriate follow-up care.
• Support quality-improvement activities, continuing education, and the adoption of effective clinical practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, professional, and patient-focused treatment environment.
• Protect patient confidentiality and promote a respectful, collaborative workplace.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from an accredited program.
• Current authorization to practice dentistry in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of general dentistry, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative care, and infection control.
• Demonstrated ability to guide or lead a dental team effectively.
• Excellent communication, patient-care, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, clinical judgment, organizational ability, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clinical and dental laboratory team members.
• Commitment to ethical practice, patient confidentiality, regulatory compliance, and high-quality care.