Locums Dental Therapist ADT or DT

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc. (NEHCR); Rochester (MN); Hybrid; USD 75,768 - 96,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits for full-time employed

Flexible scheduling options

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Locums Dental Therapist to provide essential dental services in various community settings. This role offers flexible scheduling, competitive compensation of $55 - $70 per hour, and full benefits for full-time employment. Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dental Therapy and an active MN Dental Therapy License. Join a collaborative environment dedicated to improving access to quality dental care.

Qualifications

• Active MN Dental Therapy License required.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Comprehensive knowledge of primary dental care.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive, restorative, and therapeutic dental care.
• Educate patients on oral health and disease prevention.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of public health principles

Proficiency in Open Dental software

Ability to work in various settings

Bilingual abilities (preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dental Therapy

Tools

Open Dental software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Weare seeking a Locums Dental Therapist (ADT or DT) to join our team. Inthis role, you will provide educational, clinical, and therapeutic services tochildren and adults under the general supervision of a dentist. This is anexcellent opportunity to work in a flexible schedule while making a meaningfulimpact on community oral health.

We have Full-Time, Permanent, and Per Diem opportunities available across multiple locations.

KeyResponsibilities:

• Providepreventive, restorative, and therapeutic dental care to patients.
• Educatepatients and communities on oral health and disease prevention.
• Performcomprehensive patient assessments, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
• Collaboratewith dentists, hygienists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure thebest patient outcomes.
• Delivercare in various settings, including outpatient clinics, nursing homes, grouphomes, and Head Start centers.
• Maintainaccurate patient records and documentation using Open Dental software.
• Followall public health guidelines and best practices in dental therapy.

WhyJoin Us?

• Compensation: $55 - $70 per hour
• Full benefits for full-time employed
• Flexiblescheduling options to fit your lifestyle.
• Meaningfulwork improving access to quality dental care.
• Collaborativeteam environment with a focus on patient-centered care.
• Opportunitiesfor professional development and community engagement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’sor Master’s degree in Dental Therapy or Advanced Dental Therapy from theUniversity of Minnesota or Metropolitan State University.
• ActiveMN Dental Therapy License required.
• CurrentCPR (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or the American RedCross.
• Knowledgeof public health principles and practices preferred.
• Comprehensiveknowledge of primary dental care and periodontal patient care.
• Strongcommunication skills in English; additional language skills preferred based onclinic location.
• Abilityto travel on occasion as needed.
• Successfulcompletion of general and DHS background checks.
• Proficiencyin computer systems, including Open Dental and Microsoft Office.

Ifyou’re passionate about providing high-quality dental care and making adifference in public health, apply today!