Position Description

Position Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Dentist who will work with patients and provide a range of services regarding oral health and hygiene. As a Dentist, you will meet patients and discuss their oral habits and problems. Furthermore, you are responsible for examining and treating patients' teeth, gums, and oral tissue by performing appropriate dental procedures, applying necessary agents to teeth, and prescribing medications if needed.

In order to succeed as a Dentist, you must be experienced with diagnosing and treating dental illnesses, infections, and conditions, as well as with using various tools and equipment. Our ideal candidate for a Dentist should be compassionate, patient, and a good communicator who can work well under pressure.

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General Duties & Responsibilities:

• Meet with patients and discuss their dental health habits, problems, and concerns
• Use professional tools and equipment to examine and treat patients' teeth, gums, and oral tissue
• Order specials measures, such as an x-ray to determine further oral condition
• Diagnose dental illnesses or infections
• Perform dental procedures, such as extractions, root canals, filling cavities, teeth cleaning
• Give sedatives or anesthesia to patients before treatments
• Apply necessary agents to teeth (sealants, whiteners...)
• Repair or remove damaged or problematic teeth
• Check and fit dental appliances
• Prescribe medications for dental problems (painkillers, antibiotics)
• Develop treatment plans to improve patients' oral health and habits
• Instruct patients on proper oral care
• Refer patients to specialists if needed

Education & Experience:

• Doctoral degree in Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD)
• A state license to practice dental medicine
• In-depth understanding of oral hygiene and dental procedures
• Working experience in diagnosing illnesses and treating them
• Ability to communicate with patients about their oral health and problems
• Compassion and patience
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure

Physical Demands:

• Ability to be physically mobile (stand, walk, reach, climb, bend) and also the ability to stand for prolonged periods throughout the day/work hours when needed
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate medical equipment, keyboard, copier, telephone, and the ability to write/type
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds occasionally

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Note: The organization reserves the right to change the responsibilities and duties of this or any position at any time due to business necessity, with or without notice. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the sole duties and responsibilities required of any particular position within the organization. Employees may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically listed on this job description. Columbia Dental is an equal-opportunity employer.