General Dentist
About The Position
The General Dentist provides direct patient care to children and adults. The general dentist is responsible for repairing and removing teeth, diagnosing conditions and communicating with patients about how to best care for their teeth and gums. Duties include: Fixing or removing damaged teeth Filling cavities Performing exams and evaluating x-rays to determine a patient’s health Developing treatment plans to deal with any dental health issues Administering or prescribing medications to decrease pain and improve patient health Interacting with patients and instruct them on proper oral care Measuring and fitting dental appliances Referring patients to a specialist if needed Treat school-age children (K-4th grade)
Requirements
- Education: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree from an accredited dental program
- Licensure: Current license to practice dentistry in the State of Texas and a current DEA. Current in Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
- Experience: Prefer experience but will consider new graduate.
- Expertise: Knowledge in all areas of general dentistry.
- Language: English; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Travel: Occasionally; valid Texas drivers’ license and current auto insurance required; must have reliable and safe transportation
- Understanding and commitment to HIPAA rules and regulations
- Fosters a positive work environment
- Must possess sufficient skill at performing both straightforward and complex tooth extractions, including open technique (surgical) extractions.
Nice To Haves
- Language: English; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Experience: Prefer experience but will consider new graduate.
Responsibilities
- Fixing or removing damaged teeth
- Filling cavities
- Performing exams and evaluating x-rays to determine a patient’s health
- Developing treatment plans to deal with any dental health issues
- Administering or prescribing medications to decrease pain and improve patient health
- Interacting with patients and instruct them on proper oral care
- Measuring and fitting dental appliances
- Referring patients to a specialist if needed
- Treat school-age children (K-4th grade)
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Schedule
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off Bank
- Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- 162 Bonus Plan
- Loan Repayment
- NHSC Loan Repayment Program (Dental HPSA Score 25)
- Up to $50,000 for a 2 year initial term (Must apply at NHSC)
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
- $10,000 Moving Expenses
- Continuing education allowance and time off
- Employee Assistance Program and Emotional Health Support Line
- Extended Medical Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Legal Insurance
- Sign-On Bonus
- Gym Membership
- Professional Liability Insurance
- Workers’ Compensation Insurance
- Incentive Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
