Dentist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position:  Dentist

Reports to: Dental Director   Status: Full Time/ Exempt

Department: Dental

Ascension DePaul Services CORE VALUES:

• Service of the Poor – Employee demonstrates generosity of spirit, especially for persons most in need

• Reverence – Employee demonstrates respect and compassion for the dignity and diversity of life

• Integrity – Employee inspires trust through personal leadership

• Wisdom – Employee integrates excellence and stewardship into execution of job duties

• Creativity – Employee demonstrates courageous innovation

• Dedication – Employee affirms the hope and joy of the Ascension DePaul Services mission

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

The Dentist is responsible for providing compassionate, high-quality dental care to our patients. Provide leadership and direction to Dental Hygienists and support team members in all areas of ADP patient treatment. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnose dental conditions and plan oral health care in consultation with patients and parents  

• Ensure treatment plan is reviewed with each patient / parent and informed consent is granted for treatments rendered  

• Provide great customer service by offering same day care when possible and ensuring parent / patient satisfaction  

• Educate patients and parents about improving and maintaining oral health care  

• Obtain diagnostic pre-operative radiographs for every procedure  

• Local Anesthesia must be limited appropriately  

• Effectively and safely administer behavior management techniques to enable delivery of dental care especially for uncooperative children  

• Develop treatment plans for patients consistent with the American Dental Association Guidelines 

• Adhere to all federal and government regulations, including the state dental board rules and regulations, HIPPA and OSHA regulations  

• Conduct behavior in a manner that is professional and courteous to all patients, parents, and office staff at all times

• Consistently portray a positive working attitude that fosters a pleasant work environment  

• Maintain a consistent schedule in response to patient need 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds and be able to twist, turn, bend and stoop. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Majority of work performed in a clinical environment. Requires availability for extended hours during peak patient periods. Hours may change to meet the business needs. 

REQUIREMENTS

• DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. 

• Two (2) years practice experience and/or completion of a residency from an accredited postgraduate program.  

• A current, valid license to practice dentistry in the state of Louisiana and providing patient care (License must    be in good standing)  

• Malpractice insurance (in place before start date)  

• CPR/BLS Certification (current before start date)  

• NPI provider number (in place before start date)  

• DEA number (application submitted before start date)  

• CDS (in states where applicable) 

• Experience with electronic dental record 

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics 

• Must love working with a diverse group/ population  

• Compassion and high level of service for our patients and staff  

• Integrity, always doing the right thing  

• Team building skills; organizational and staff development skills  

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills  

• Able to organize work and engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously 

• High degree of initiative, accountability and independent judgment  

• Professional manner and appearance at all times 

• Computer literate 

• Mentoring staff employees on developing their skills Certifications, Licenses, and registrations