General Dentist

Muskegon Family Care • Muskegon, MI

58d • Onsite

About The Position

Muskegon Family Care is seeking a General Dentist dedicated to serving the underserved/vulnerable population in a team-oriented environment. Professionals at Muskegon Family Care witness the critical need for comprehensive, accessible, affordable, quality care on a daily basis. The role involves diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries, and malformations of oral structures, constructing prostheses, interpreting x-rays, managing patient histories, and educating patients on oral health. The dentist will also provide oversight for Dental Hygienists and Dental Students, participate in quality improvement activities, and effectively communicate treatment plans with staff. Maintaining infection control standards and accurate documentation in Dentrix are essential. The position requires a courteous, helpful, and conscientious attitude, ensuring professionalism and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree (D.D.S. or D.M.D.)
• Current State of Michigan Dentist License
• Controlled Substance License and DEA License
• BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and provides appropriate dental treatment to patients, including oral surgery, root canals, periodontal treatment, surgical extractions, and fillings
• Constructs oral prostheses to replace missing teeth and other oral structures to correct natural and acquired deformation of mouth and jaws, to restore and maintain oral function
• Maximizes the use of Muskegon Family Care’s Dental Lab by submitting Rx’s for dentures and crowns
• Accurately interprets x-rays and diagnostic tests
• Refers patients to specialty offices that are approved by Muskegon Family Care
• Manages medical/dental history with a comprehensive evaluation of the patient's general health
• Educates patients and parents of patients on maintaining proper oral health
• Provides oversight for PA 161 Dental Hygienist and U of M Dental Students
• Participates in CQI activities for dental service and meet meaningful use measures
• Effectively communicate with dental staff regarding patient treatment plans
• Accurately and efficiently navigate through Dentrix
• Carefully document all medications, diagnoses, treatments and consultations into Dentrix
• Maintains infection control standards as required by OSHA
• Utilizes the e-prescribing tool when prescribing medications
• Regular and prompt attendance at work
• Maintains a courteous, helpful and conscientious attitude in dealing with co-workers and patients and their families ensuring professionalism and confidentiality at all times
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible hours (M-F)
• Federal Tort Claims Act coverage
• Reasonable call schedules
• 401K- Safe Harbor Contributions- We match 100% up to 3% employee contribution; 50% for the next 2% employee contribution (4-5%)
• Loan repayment through the National Health Services Corps, and the Michigan State Loan Repayment Program

What This Job Offers

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