Dentist

SWLA Center for Health Services • Lake Charles, LA

178d

About The Position

The Dentist at SWLA Center for Health Services examines individuals requesting care, diagnoses their dental conditions, prescribes and carries out, or directs others in carrying out, appropriate therapy, or refers individuals for specialty consultation or care in conformance with approved clinical privileges. The role also involves educating individuals in the nature of oral health-related conditions, promoting health, and preventing oral disease.

Requirements

• Possess the degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine from an approved school of dentistry.
• Must be licensed in the state of Louisiana.
• Knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, and practices of supervision.
• CPR certified.

Responsibilities

• Records patient-dentist transactions in the medical/dental record in an organized format utilizing standard nomenclature.
• Completes referrals, data collection instruments, and other records or paperwork as required.
• Serves on medical/dental staff meetings as assigned and participates in the quality assurance program of the center.
• Assists in the provision of continuing education, on-the-job training, and orientation of center staff as requested.
• Provides technical assistance and health education to the community as requested.
• Evaluates clinical work through the Quality Assurance Program of the Center.
• Educates, influences, and motivates individuals and groups to understand and accept recommended medical/dental therapies.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees