Clinical Dentist - Sub

Concorde Career Institute•Kansas City, MO

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Clinical Dentist The Dentist is responsible for supervising, supporting, and guiding Dental Hygiene students in a clinical setting. This role ensures proper patient care, upholds clinical standards, and serves as a resource to both students and faculty regarding dental procedures and medical concerns.

Requirements

Unencumbered Dentist license in the state of MO(required)
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from an accredited dental program (required)
Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a dentist (required)
Strong clinical judgment and the ability to respond effectively in medical emergencies
In-depth knowledge of oral pathology, diagnostic procedures, and treatment planning
Proficiency in dental tools and equipment (e.g., drills, digital x-rays, intraoral cameras)
Knowledge of dental procedures (fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, etc.)
Radiographic interpretation
Local anesthesia administration
Infection control and sterilization techniques
Familiarity with dental software (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft)
Compassion and patient-centered care
Communicate (orally or in writing) complex procedures in simple terms
Calming anxious or fearful patients
Professional bedside manner
Collaboration with dental hygienists, assistants, and front office staff
Communicate, think, learn, and reason
Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locations
Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders
Ability to provide clear, supportive instruction and guidance to students in a clinical setting
Ability to evaluate student performance objectively and provide constructive feedback

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the Education industry (preferred)

Responsibilities

Supervise and maintain a consistent presence in the clinic during all clinic sessions
Respond to and manage all medical emergencies that arise during clinic hours
Prescribe appropriate medications
Administer local anesthesia when clinically indicated
Answer questions from students and patients to support learning and patient understanding
Serve as a clinical authority to dental hygiene faculty and staff on dental-related matters
Identify and manage care for medically compromised patients
Diagnose oral pathologies and make appropriate referrals to medical and/or dental professionals
Refer patients for necessary follow-up treatment
Prescribe pit and fissure sealants as appropriate for patient care
Evaluate and identify oral lesions, anomalies, or deviations from the norm
Review patient radiographs and provide diagnostic assessments based on findings
Review patient medical histories and refer patients to physicians when necessary.
Evaluate and provide feedback to students on patient care processes and outcomes.
Consult with patients to explain and review treatment plans
Organize and deliver class objectives in a clear, concise manner
Foster and maintain an orderly, controlled, and safe environment for students in classrooms and labs
Maintain and prepare training aids, tools, and equipment in the classroom and lab
Maintain curriculum accuracy by keeping up to date on industry standards and practices
Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and practical assessments
Provide constructive feedback and support to students to help them achieve academic and professional success
Identify and report on any at-risk students; creates individualized success plans to mitigate attrition
Foster relationships with students to help them meet program competency requirements
Provide periodic and ad-hoc reporting to stakeholders
Meet with students and education personnel to discuss instructional programs and related issues
Provide and maintain regular, substantive interaction with students in online course components
Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress
Deliver engaging lectures and lab sessions on assigned topics, diagnostic procedures, equipment operation and troubleshooting, etc.
Other duties as assigned