Staff Dentist

Great Lakes Bay Health Centers • Bridgeport Charter Township, MI

15d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides care in all aspects of dentistry. Manages patient dental care including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up, including necessary treatment and/or referrals. Maintains effective working relationships with patients and staff members while promoting a positive atmosphere within the site. Records and maintains appropriate and proper documentation in patient clinical records. Responsible for the accuracy, clarity, and proper completion of dental charting, medical history, patient vitals (blood pressure, height, weight, etc.). Timely completion of chart notes, charges, and billing. Meets productivity and quality improvement goals. Works with Dental Center Coordinator and Chief Dental Officer in the proper and timely scheduling of patients. Assists the Dental Center Coordinator in the supervision of all dental support personnel, including dental hygienists, dental therapists, dental students, etc. Maintains safe and disinfected working environment by complying with GLBHC’s Infection Control policies and other regulatory policies and infection control procedures and protocols. Wears Personal Protective Equipment in compliance with policies and protocols. Participates in GLBHC Quality Assurance activities, on-call, and Provider meetings as required.

Requirements

• Graduated from a U.S. Accredited Dental School.
• Licensed to practice Dentistry in the State of Michigan.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Organized and detailed.
• Effective communication skills.
• Efficient typing and computer skills.
• Flexible in day-to-day duties and responsibilities, and schedule.
• Ability to communicate effectively with, and relate to, a diverse population in a professional manner.
• Capable of taking initiative in day-to-day responsibilities.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and or walk for an entire workday.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, and or twist while holding up to 25 lbs. frequently.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides care in all aspects of dentistry, managing patient dental care including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up, and necessary treatment and/or referrals.
• Records and maintains appropriate and proper documentation in patient clinical records, including dental charting, medical history, and patient vitals.
• Ensures timely completion of chart notes, charges, and billing.
• Meets productivity and quality improvement goals and assists with patient scheduling.
• Assists in the supervision of dental support personnel.
• Maintains a safe and disinfected working environment by complying with infection control policies and protocols.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment in compliance with policies and protocols.
• Participates in Quality Assurance activities, on-call, and Provider meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level