Locum General Dentist

Johnson Family Dental; Canton (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental practice seeks a locum dentist who values autonomy and patient care. The position offers flexible scheduling and travel expense coverage, fostering a work-life balance. Responsibilities include conducting thorough examinations, educating patients, and maintaining accurate records, while promoting continuous education.

Benefits

Malpractice insurance

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401k plan

Complimentary continuing education

Qualifications

• Must possess DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
• Active state dental license required, or in process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct dental examinations and develop treatment plans.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices.
• Lead and coordinate dental staff.

Skills

Diagnostic Skills

Patient Education

Leadership

Record Keeping

Continuous Education

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)

Job description

Overview

Enjoy the flexibility of a locum position with the autonomy to serve your patients with the highest standard of care. We'll take care of your travel expenses, and you can craft a work schedule that fits your lifestyle. Short and long term contracts are available across 30 states.

Schedule (days/hours)

M-TR 8am-5pm
Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough dental examinations, diagnose oral health issues, and develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment maintenance to promote long-term oral health.
• Lead your team, dental assistants, hygienists, and other staff members to ensure smooth patient care and treatment coordination.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including treatment plans, procedures performed, and patient progress.
• Stay updated on advancements in dentistry, attend seminars, and pursue ongoing education to provide the latest and best treatments.
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards, following regulatory guidelines and ensuring patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school.
• Active state dental license (or in the process of obtaining).

Compensation

$125-$150/HR
About Us

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include malpractice insurance, health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan. You'll also enjoy complimentary CEs and access to other internal training opportunities to support your growth.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone! Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]

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