Dentist - Hastings

Cherry Health • Hastings, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dentist is responsible for providing comprehensive dental care, including diagnosis, preventative care, operative procedures, prosthetics, oral surgery, and treatment of oral pathologies. This role requires the Dentist to deliver services consistent with professional standards, as well as the policies and procedures set by Cherry Street Services, Inc. The Dentist will ensure patient care is provided in a professional, ethical, and effective manner while adhering to the organization's standards.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification as required by the role and licensing standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with others in person and via telephone.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and in a variety of work environments, such as traditional offices, mobile dental vans, and nursing homes.
• Ability to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions.
• Effective oral communication skills for engaging with diverse individuals and groups.
• Exercise sound judgment when making decisions and appraising situations.
• Ability to work with limited supervision while maintaining professionalism and stability.
• Capable of managing confidential agency and patient information.
• Able to manage various work demands and perform under intense pressures.
• Demonstrates a professional attitude, which supports the fulfillment of job duties and responsibilities.
• Experience working with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining a high level of dental knowledge and skills.
• Current, valid license to practice dentistry in Michigan.
• DEA registration required.
• Insurable as a dentist for liability coverage.
• At least one year of experience working in a dental practice, or an equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential duties of the job.

Nice To Haves

• Customer Service
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Respect
• Professionalism
• Continuous Learning

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and treatment, ensuring all procedures are performed in accordance with accepted professional standards.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of clinic policies, procedures, and protocols to achieve the goals and objectives of Cherry Street Services, Inc.
• Contribute to the development and management of the Dental Quality Assurance program.
• Participate in supervising, training, and mentoring semi-professional and paraprofessional dental staff.
• Participate in the after-hours and weekend on-call system to provide ongoing patient care.
• Ensure appropriate referrals are made to encourage continuity of care for patients.
• Attend departmental, internal, and external meetings as required.
• Understand and adhere to Cherry Street Services, Inc.'s compliance standards, including the Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Stay informed on relevant federal, state, and organizational regulations, laws, and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Oral Health Officer.

Benefits

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family
• Generous Paid Time Off benefit – 4 weeks per year for full time
• Paid holidays - 8 full day paid holidays (Including Black Friday!) and 2 half day paid holidays!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match - $ for $ match up to 5%
• MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level