What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Dentist position at PRIMARY CARE HEALTH SERVICE?
Job description
Primary Care Health Services, Inc. is searching for a skilled and experienced Dentist with excellent communication skills to join our professional team. The ideal candidate for this position has worked with patients of all ages, is proficient in performing regular checkups and complex dental procedures and is committed to the highest quality of patient care. Those who are qualified and in search of a long-term career opportunity in a cutting-edge practice are encouraged to submit an application today.
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and provide appropriate dental treatment to patients, including regular cleanings, root canals, surgical extractions, implants, and cosmetic dentistry
- Educate patients and parents of patients on maintaining proper oral health
- Communicate with dental staff on our team regarding patient treatment plans
- Prescribe medications as necessary
- Carefully document all medications, diagnoses, treatments, and consultations
- Supervise the work of professional, technical, and administrative staff
Skills:
- Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
- Prescribe antibiotics and pain-relieving medications
- Provide patient care for cracked or fractured teeth
- Perform procedures to treat decay and cavities
- Prepare and place fillings
- Examine patients for dental and jaw diagnoses
- Create models for dental appliances
- Perform general dentistry
- Interpret x-rays and diagnostic tests
- Sedate patients and administer anesthetics
- Perform tooth extractions and root canals
- Diagnose and treat oral diseases
- Create detailed treatment plans for patients
- Perform surgical procedures on teeth, bone, and soft tissues
- Educate patients on aftercare and answer questions
Requirements and Qualifications: ****
- DDS, DMD or DD required
- Current license to practice dentistry
- Minimum 5 years’ clinical experience at a dental practice
- Dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of care to patients
- Excellent communication skills
- Friendly and professional demeanor
Job Type: Full-time or Part-time employment
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $126,000.00 - $133,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Anesthesiology
- Surgery
Ability to Relocate:
- Pittsburgh, PA: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $126,000 - $133,000