What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate General Dentist position at Savannah Dental?
At Savannah Dental, the goal of our caring team is to provide comprehensive oral health care and cosmetic dentistry services to people of all ages living in and around Savannah, Georgia, and throughout Chatham County. Our practice is a technologically advanced, state-of-the-art facility with world-class general dentists and an internationally renowned implantologist. These factors facilitate exceptional continuity of care, ensuring each individual receives the treatment they need.
We are a true privately owned dental group, with multiple locations, that offers an exceptional working environment. We have an amazing team that works to serve each other, as well as our patients.
We offer a competitive compensation package, with great benefits. This role will come with an established large patient base, a well-versed and trained team, and the ability to partner with our leadership team to continue scaling our practice.
Why us? We love our people and believe they are our #1 asset. We want our team to be trained with the latest updates, and provided a workplace that is fair, consistent, and rewarding. We believe in solid core-values and ensure that our office culture is always a main priority.
As an Associate Dentist with Savannah Dental, you will be responsible for delivering a Distinctive Patient Experience to our established and growing patient base. Our dentist play a leading part in collaborating with our leadership team to ensure the highest standards of patient care and team morale:
Essential responsibilities and duties:
- Formulate plan of treatment for patient's oral health and make recommendations.
- Diagnose and provide appropriate treatment, including restorative, crowns/bridges, root canals, extractions, implants, and cosmetic dentistry.
- Interpret radiographs to make informed decisions and proper judgment.
- Performing surgical procedures on the teeth, bone and soft tissues of the oral cavity,
- Advise and educate patients regarding preventative dental care, the causes and treatment of dental issues, as related.
- Examine patients' medical records and make proper treatment diagnoses
- Use state-of-the-art equipment to make informed decisions, such as CBCT, Intraoral Camera, etc.
- Educate patients on proper oral health, preventative care, and other hygiene routines
- Design and fit dental prosthodontic appliances, such as bridges, crowns, retainers, etc.
- Collaborate with our Director of Operations and Owner Dentist to create an efficient workflow of the clinical function, and the patient experience.
- Comply with all OSHA and HIPAA regulations, ensuring patients treatment and concerns are adhered with strict confidentiality.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience Requirements:
- Must hold a DDS or DMD from an accredited school.
- Licensed to practice in the beautiful state of GA.
- One to three years experience in an associate role, preferred.
Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Great Interpersonal Skills
- Compassion to serve others; being a leader for our team and patients.
- Good practical business skills; excellent decision-making skills.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Excellent compensation. (Base Commission)
- Access to Great Benefits (e.g. Medical, Dental, Supplemental Plans)
- Opportunities' for Continuing Ed.
- Flexible Vacation/Time-Off
- Company 401k Plan
- Excellent Culture and Team/Patient Centric Environment
Say "YES' to the following:
- A FFS patient base
- Well-trained team to support you in delivering a superior patient experience
- State-of-the-art equipment including iTero scanners, CBCT, etc.
- High needs patients - restorative, cosmetic, and surgery patients.
Disclaimer: Savannah Dental is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please call (912) 355-8821 to speak with human resources.
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