Dental Therapist - Thunder Bay Community Health Service - Atlanta, MI

Job Summary: The Dental Therapist provides preventive, restorative, and educational oral health services under the supervision of a licensed dentist, in accordance with Michigan dental practice laws. This role focuses on improving access to quality dental care, promoting oral health, and delivering patient-centered treatment to diverse populations. Key Responsibilities: Clinical: 90% Perform oral health assessments and collect patient dental histories Provide preventive services including prophylaxis, scaling, polishing, fluoride treatments, and sealants Perform basic restorative procedures such as placing and finishing fillings, stainless steel crowns, and temporary restorations as permitted by state law Perform nonsurgical extractions of periodontally diseased permanent teeth with mobility +3, simple extraction of erupted primary teeth, placement and removal of space maintainers, suturing and suture removal Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide where authorized Take, process, and interpret dental radiographs Provide oral health education and disease prevention counseling Assist in developing treatment plans in collaboration with supervising dentists Maintain accurate, compliant patient records (EHR) Follow OSHA, HIPAA, CDC, and infection control guidelines Quality Improvement & Other Duties: 10% Participate in community outreach or public health initiatives when applicable Participate in peer review and quality assurance studies. Cooperate in setting and implementing dental quality standards and policies Qualifications & Requirements: Graduation from a CODA-accredited Dental Therapy program Current licensure or certification as a Dental Therapist through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs BLS certification at time of hire Knowledge of state dental practice acts and scope of practice regulations Skills & Competencies: Strong clinical skills within authorized scope of practice Excellent communication and patient education abilities Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills Ability to work independently under general or indirect supervision, as allowed Physical Demands: Medium Supervisory Responsibilities: May supervise up to 3 dental assistants and 2 hygienists as assigned to the extent permitted in a written practice agreement. Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Graduate from a CODA-accredited Dental Therapy Program License/Certification: BLS Certification (Required) Current Licensure or certificate as a Dental Therapist (Required) Work Location: In person

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