General Dentist - Per Diem (2 days/week)

San Ysidro Health•Chula Vista, CA

6d•$95 - $128

About The Position

Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth, gums, and related oral structures for adults, teenagers, and cooperative children. Examines patients to determine the nature of their conditions using dental radiographs, dental instruments, and other diagnostic procedures. Consults with patients about their dental status, prescribes required treatment, explains risks and alternatives, and documents care according to departmental, company, and government agency guidelines. Cleans, restores, extracts, and replaces teeth; treats diseases of oral hard and soft tissues; performs oral tissue surgery when necessary; provides approved prosthetic treatment; designs and places orthodontic devices for minor malocclusions; and delivers services to restore oral health. Provides preventive services, including fluoride and sealant applications, and educates patients about oral health and dental hygiene. Coordinates required reports and written documentation, follows departmental policies and quality, safety, environmental, and infection-control standards, and is encouraged to average 15 patient encounters per day while maintaining high-quality care. Supports professional development, attends required meetings and committees as directed, and performs other related duties as assigned. The role is per diem, two days per week, with occasional travel and possible work at schools or WIC sites. Evening or Saturday work and meetings outside clinic hours may be required.

Requirements

DDS or DMD degree.
Licensed to practice dentistry in California.
DEA license.
CPR/BLS certificate.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Able to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent and repetitive standing, sitting, walking, stooping, twisting, kneeling, reaching, crouching, bending, and position changes; occasional lifting up to 30 pounds; and precise manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Able to work in close quarters and use required protective gear, including masks, safety glasses, and rubber gloves.
Complete pre-employment requirements: I-9, physical, positive background and reference checks, completed application, new-hire orientation, and pre-employment PPDs.
Comply with mandated vaccinations and boosters as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Two years of general dentist experience is preferable.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills are helpful.
Computer skills in word processing, email, and dental management programs such as EPIC are preferable.

Responsibilities

Examine patients and diagnose conditions affecting teeth, gums, and related oral structures using radiographs, dental instruments, and other diagnostic procedures.
Consult with patients about their dental status, prescribe treatment, explain risks and alternatives, and document care in accordance with applicable guidelines.
Clean, restore, extract, and replace teeth using dental instruments, appliances, medications, and surgical equipment.
Treat diseases of oral hard and soft tissues, perform oral surgery when necessary, provide approved prosthetic treatment, and design and place orthodontic devices for minor malocclusions.
Provide dental services to restore patients’ oral health.
Provide preventive dental services, including fluoride and sealant applications, and educate patients about oral health and dental hygiene.
Coordinate reports and written documentation required by the department, company, and government agencies.
Comply with departmental policies and procedures and quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.
Maintain high-quality dental services while being encouraged to average 15 patient encounters per day.
Pursue professional development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
Attend required meetings and participate in committees as directed.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Complete required annual OSHA training for work with blood and blood-borne pathogens.