Dentist

Examine and treat patients to ensure proper dental care and disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Diagnose and treat injuries and malformations of teeth, gums, and related oral structures. Provide preventative dental services to patients and education in oral and dental hygiene.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform routine dental exams and clinical services such as surgical, preventive and restorative dental services.
• Create balanced treatment plans based on the patient's needs and desires, in conjunction with patient and clinic resources.
• Advise patients about proper dental hygiene and care, education, medications, referrals and follow-up.
• Ensure all prescriptions and advice regarding medications is in accordance with accepted community standards and DCHC protocols.
• Refer patients to outside dental specialists when required for more holistic care.
• Take detailed medical histories for all patients, including current and past prescription medications. Chart all pathological conditions and provide all necessary documentation to the medical record of care. Consult with primary health care provider and report findings to the patient.
• Supervise, mentor, train, discipline and evaluate dental assistant staff. Set staff expectations and goals, and resolve conflict. Interview, hire and provide orientation for new staff. Understand, promote and educate staff on all UPFH policies and clinical protocols.

ANCILLARY JOB FUNCTIONS

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