Junior Partner Doctor
Orthodontic Partners · Ithaca, NY · 2 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Use various diagnostic tests to determine the condition of patients’ teeth and utilize diagnostic records to diagnose and determine a treatment plan
- Treat malocclusion and other orthodontic-related patient concerns
- Instruct assistants on orthodontic procedures and techniques
- Fit patients for various orthodontic appliances
- Educate patients on ongoing orthodontic care
- May assist with community involvement programs and marketing and promotion of the business
- Adhere to all Orthodontic Partners policies and core values
- Perform other duties as required
Requirements
- High level of knowledge of orthodontics and associated treatment planning
- Understand and effectively communicate techniques utilized in the orthodontic field
- Detailed knowledge of dental insurances, service limits, and ability to answer general questions
- Customer service or sales experience, along with dental knowledge preferred
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Compassion and high level of service for patients, parents, and staff
- Integrity and dependability; reliable attendance as scheduled
- Attention to detail and ability to organize work, multitask, and meet deadlines
Qualifications
- DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
- Certificate of completion of a residency from an accredited postgraduate orthodontic program
- 0–3 years as a practicing orthodontist
- Current, valid license to practice dentistry in the state where providing care (license must be in good standing) or eligible for licensure
- Other certifications as required by state (e.g., CPR, DEA)
This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization where required by state law and/or city ordinance.