Traveling Dentist – Nursing Home Care
About The Position
Aria Care Partners is seeking a compassionate Traveling Dentist to provide comprehensive dental care to residents of skilled nursing facilities. The dentist assesses oral health, addresses dental concerns, develops and discusses treatment plans, performs limited procedures, and conducts oral cancer screenings. The role is open to new graduates and experienced dentists. The position is for two days per week, with scheduling flexibility. Compensation includes a competitive rate with a minimum daily guarantee, and both drive time and clinic time are compensated. The clinical operations team handles coordination, including scheduling and billing, allowing the dentist to focus on patient care. The clinician visits different skilled nursing communities and works with facility staff and families to support residents’ oral hygiene and care.
Requirements
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- Maintain a clean driving record.
Responsibilities
- Assess residents’ dental health and address dental concerns.
- Develop, discuss, and carry out treatment plans to manage, improve, and treat dental and oral health issues.
- Perform simple procedures, including exams, fillings, extractions, and denture-related services.
- Conduct oral cancer screenings.
- Order diagnostic measures, such as x-rays.
- Apply agents such as silver diamine fluoride to arrest decay.
- Maintain accurate dental records.
- Communicate with facilities and families to ensure patients have appropriate support for successful daily oral hygiene.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with a minimum daily guarantee.
- Drive time and clinic time are compensated.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Clinical operations team manages coordination, including scheduling and billing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
