Staff Dentist

Great Lakes Bay Health Centers; Bad Axe (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care provider organization seeks a Staff Dentist to provide comprehensive dental care, manage patient relationships, and supervise dental support personnel. Candidates must be a licensed dentist in Michigan, graduated from an accredited dental school, and possess effective communication and organizational skills. This full-time position requires flexibility in hours and may involve travel to different sites. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice Dentistry in the State of Michigan.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in all aspects of dentistry.
• Record and maintain patient clinical records.
• Meet productivity and quality improvement goals.
• Assist in the supervision of dental support personnel.

Skills

Organized and detailed

Effective communication skills

Efficient typing and computer skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Graduated from a U.S. Accredited Dental School

Job description

Staff Dentist – Great Lakes Bay Health Centers

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Essential Job Duties

• Provides care in all aspects of dentistry. Manages patient dental care including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up, including necessary treatment and/or referrals. Maintains effective working relationships with patients and staff members while promoting a positive atmosphere within the site.
• Records and maintains appropriate and proper documentation in patient clinical records. Responsible for the accuracy, clarity, and proper completion of dental charting, medical history, patient vitals (blood pressure, height, weight, etc.). Timely completion of chart notes, charges, and billing.
• Meets productivity and quality improvement goals. Works with Dental Center Coordinator and Chief Dental Officer in the proper and timely scheduling of patients.
• Assists the Dental Center Coordinator in the supervision of all dental support personnel, including dental hygienists, dental therapists, dental students, etc.
• Maintains safe and disinfected working environment by complying with GLBHC’s Infection Control policies and other regulatory policies and infection control procedures and protocols. Wears Personal Protective Equipment in compliance with policies and protocols.
• Participates in GLBHC Quality Assurance activities, on-call, and Provider meetings as required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Job Duties

• Maintains an organized work environment.
• Communication with parents and guardians as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Dental Officer.

Required Job Specifications

• Education: Must have graduated from a U.S. Accredited Dental School.
• Licensure: Must be licensed to practice Dentistry in the State of Michigan. Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience: Please see education.
• Skills: Organized and detailed. Effective communication skills. Efficient typing and computer skills. Flexible in day-to-day duties and responsibilities, and schedule.
• Interpersonal skills: Ability to communicate effectively with, and relate to, a diverse population in a professional manner. Capable of taking initiative in day-to-day responsibilities. Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Physical Effort: Must be able to sit, stand, and or walk for an entire workday. Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, and or twist while holding up to 25 lbs. frequently.
• Hours of Work: Full time; Flexible and varied. Extended hours may be required. Consistent attendance is required for this position. Telecommuting is not an option for this position.
• Travel: Travel may be required to various GLBHC sites. Reimbursement consistent with GLBHC’s policy.

Preferred Job Specifications

• Skills: Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Hospitals and Health Care