Dentist needed in our dental office

Permanent Dentist Job

Chandler, AZ

Job Description

Our outstanding dental practice is seeking an exceptional Dentist for an opportunity to join our dedicated team.

We are excited to be expanding our privately owned dental practice. This current PT position is Fridays and one Saterday a month.  We are looking for a dentist wanting a dental home as this positon could lead to a future 4 day work week. 

Responsibilities

• Educates patients on oral healthcare and the prevention of dental problems
• Examines teeth and diagnoses patients’ dental conditions
• Assesses treatment options and presents treatment plans to patients
• Documents risk assessment and records findings for, but not limited to, oral cancer screening, periodontal screening/charting and caries risk
• Considers appropriate interventions based on risk and reinforces recommendations made to support diagnoses
• Provides clinical treatments
• Maintains patient dental records
• Keeps apprised of new developments through structured continuing professional development
• Detects disease with appropriate screening and assessment tools
• Refers patients to orthodontists or other dental specialists for more advanced procedures and care when appropriate
• Selects appropriate materials and equipment for dental treatment
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to OSHA infection-control policies
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential and adhering to HIPAA privacy policies
• Follows all Standard Operating Procedures and other guidelines in accordance with the employee handbook and state statutes/rules

Qualifications

Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD).