General Dentist

SMILE SERVICES OF NEW YORK LLC • Town of North Hempstead, NY

17d • $150,000 - $225,000

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced General Dentist to provide high-quality dental care in a modern, updated facility. The clinic sees many emergency patients throughout the week, on weekends, and at night. The dentist should confidently manage a wide range of dental emergencies, including interpreting CT and panoramic scans and images, diagnosing and treating patients’ primary concerns, performing extractions and bone grafting, placing immediate implants, and providing root canal and crown-and-bridge treatment. The position requires availability on weekends and some nights. The practice is 100% fee-for-service (FFS).

The dentist will provide general and cosmetic dental care, plan cases from start to finish, educate patients about oral health and treatment options, maintain accurate records, and collaborate on implant cases and post-placement restorations. The facility has an on-site dental lab and the latest dental technologies.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of clinical experience outside of residency.
• DDS or DMD degree from an ADA-accredited dental school.
• Board certified and/or board eligible in General Dentistry.
• Active state license.
• Previous clinical or private-practice experience.
• CPR, BLS, and NPI certifications.
• Strong understanding of dental standards and current trends in dental medicine.
• Proficiency in general and cosmetic dentistry.
• Ability to read CT and panoramic scans and images to diagnose and treat patients’ primary concerns.
• Strong background in consultations, comprehensive treatment planning, and dental emergencies.
• Excellent bedside manner and strong verbal and written communication and patient-relations skills.
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development.
• Availability on weekends and some nights.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in fixed and removable prosthodontics.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients to assess overall dental health and identify signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection.
• Diagnose and treat dental problems, including root canals, extractions, and restorations.
• Perform dental treatments including X-rays, fillings, sealants, and cosmetic services.
• Educate patients about oral hygiene, orthodontics, dental appliances, oral health, and treatment options.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.
• Restore oral function and aesthetics with crowns, bridges, veneers, and dentures, including overdentures.
• Handle emergency dental cases professionally and urgently.
• Collaborate on implant cases and post-placement restorations.
• Plan cases from start to finish.
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient records.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and compensation.
• Flexible schedule.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Modern facility with the latest dental technologies, including an on-site dental lab.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree