General Dentist

TCC Health•Dunkirk, NY

About The Position

Looking for a Dental professional that seeks to improve the oral health of patients, work towards the prevention of future oral health concerns and helps patient with the appearance of their smile. It is most often a person's primary care dental provider. This means the general dentist is who individuals would go to for routine checkup and cleaning. One of their main goals is prevention, but general dentists can also treat a range of concerns that develop, as well as, types of dental trauma.

Requirements

Licensed to work in the state of New York as a Dentist
Graduate of an accredited college of Dental Medicine
CPR certified
Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis , and treatment in the area of expertise
Minimu 1-year experience in a primary care clinic
Legal authorization to work in the United States
A valid State Driver's license with clean records and access to the insured automobile
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Leadership and organizational skills essential
Self-motivated and flexible to daily patient schedule and/or clinic needs

Nice To Haves

Bilingual especially in Spanish preferred
Computer literate preferred

Responsibilities

Remove decay from teeth and fill cavities
Repair cracked or fractured teeth and remove teeth
Straight teeth to correct bite issues
Place sealants or whitening agents on teeth
Administer anesthetics to keep patients from feeling pain during procedures
Write prescriptions for antibiotics or other medications
Examine X-rays of teeth, gums, the jaw, and nearby areas for problems
Make models and measurements for dental appliances, such as dentures, to fit patients
Teach patients about diet, flossing, use of fluoride, and other aspects of dental care
Utilize dental equipment efficiently and effectively
Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
Documents dental care services by charting in patient records.
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Deals with public and staff, both in person and over the telephone, in tactful and professional manner .
Performs other duties as assigned