Oral Surgeon, Dentist - Chula Vista
About The Position
The Oral Surgeon, Dentist is a specialized dentist responsible for diagnosing and providing surgical and adjunctive treatment for diseases, injuries, and defects involving the functional and esthetic aspects of the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. The role evaluates and consults with patients about their oral surgery needs while also considering their overall dental needs, explaining recommended treatment, risks, and alternatives. The position maintains required professional licenses and certifications, keeps current with dental and oral surgery literature, and may provide lectures or seminars on topics assigned by the Chief Dental Director. It also completes required documentation and administrative duties, follows departmental and safety standards, and participates in professional development, meetings, and committees as directed. The job may involve some evening or Saturday work and travel to multiple locations.
Requirements
- DDS or DMD degree.
- Completion of a U.S.-accredited residency program in Oral Surgery.
- Licensed to practice dentistry in California.
- Residency program certificate in Oral Surgery.
- DEA license.
- PALS certification.
- Two years of Oral Surgeon experience are required.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Good communication skills with the public and other employees.
- Patience and understanding toward others.
- Compliance with pre-employment requirements, including I-9, physical, positive background and reference check results, completed application, new-hire orientation, and pre-employment PPDs.
- Compliance with all mandated vaccinations and boosters as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supervising dental assistants.
- Board certification.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
- Computer skills involving word processing, email, and dental management programs such as EPIC.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate preparation of reports and written documentation required by the department, company, and state and federal agencies.
- Consult with patients about their oral surgery needs and advise them on necessary treatment, including risks and alternatives.
- Evaluate and consult about patients’ oral surgery needs while considering their overall dental needs.
- Maintain current knowledge of dental and oral surgery literature and provide guidance informed by that knowledge.
- Provide lectures or seminars on specific topics assigned by the Chief Dental Director.
- Maintain a current California Dental License, DEA Certificate, and PALS certification.
- Complete administrative duties assigned by the Chief Dental Director.
- Comply with departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
- Support professional growth through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
- Attend required meetings, participate in committees as directed, and perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
