Dentist, part-time

About the role

The Dentist, part-time at Evergreen Health meets, assesses, and diagnoses oral health conditions of patients in the Dental Care Practice. Responsibilities include prescribing appropriate medications, health regimens, and lifestyle adjustments, performing dental procedures, conducting diagnostic tests, and educating patients on preventive care.

Responsibilities

• Meets with patients to discuss and treat dental concerns, performing regular cleanings and other preventative procedures, and establishing a plan for better dental hygiene
• Performs oral exams, dental surgeries, operative procedures, fabricate oral prosthetic devices, and all other necessary dental procedures required to provide patients with quality dental care
• Conducts a thorough medical record review of all patients referred to the dental practice
• Conducts diagnostic testing, including X-Rays, to diagnose oral health conditions
• Designs and fits dental prosthetics, such as crowns, bridges, and dentures
• Corrects bite issues and overcrowding
• Prescribes medication as needed
• Edits patients on preventive dental care, including proper oral hygiene and importance of regularly scheduled oral health exams
• Recommends patients to dental specialists as needed for recommended procedures
• Maintains medical records relating to the oral health of the patient and the treatments provided to them
• Maintains knowledge of local, state, and federal rules and regulations relative to the operations of the practice
• Provides oversight of infection control policies and procedures
• Promotes a team-based, patient-centered model of care through leadership and practice
• Collaborates and supports team members to ensure a patient-focused approach to care

Requirements

• Doctorate of Dental Surgery or Dental Medicine
• Licensed to practice dentistry in the state of New York
• Current BLS and CPR certifications
• Continuing education courses for new procedures and standards

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with staff, patients, board members, vendors, and other external contacts
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive material, maintain confidentiality, and display sound judgment
• Proficient with computers and MS software (Outlook, Word)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• An awareness of and sensitivity to the issues and health disparities faced by underserved populations

Skills

• Effective communication
• Confidentiality and judgment
• Computer proficiency
• Organizational and time management
• Attention to detail

Benefits

N/A

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Part time (24 hours per week)