What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dentist position at Thunder Bay Community Health Service, Inc.?
Make a Difference—One Smile at a Time!
Are you a compassionate dentist looking for a rewarding career where you can provide high-quality care, build meaningful patient relationships, and make a lasting impact in your community? Thunder Bay Community Health Service (TBCHS) is looking for a dedicated Dentist to join our dental team!
As a Dentist at TBCHS, you'll provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care in a professional, ethical, and caring environment. You'll work alongside a collaborative healthcare team committed to improving oral health and expanding access to quality dental services for the communities we serve.
Why Join TBCHS?
At TBCHS, we believe taking care of our employees is just as important as taking care of our patients. You'll enjoy:
Great work-life balance
Competitive health benefits
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
Generous paid time off
Paid sick time
A supportive and collaborative team environment
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve
A mission-driven organization focused on accessible, high-quality patient care
What You'll Do
Provide Exceptional Patient Care
Provide a full range of preventive and restorative dental services within the scope of general dentistry.
Evaluate patients through appropriate dental history, examinations, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
Develop and present appropriate treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical priorities.
Deliver high-quality dental care in a professional, ethical, and compassionate manner.
Maintain complete, timely, and accurate patient documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Provide clinical guidance and support to assigned dental team members, as appropriate.
Support Quality & Excellence
Participate in peer review and quality improvement initiatives.
Collaborate in developing and implementing dental quality standards, policies, and best practices.
Contribute to a culture focused on continuous improvement and exceptional patient care.
Engage with Our Communities
Assist in developing community-based oral health programs as needs and opportunities arise.
Participate in training opportunities, conferences, and meetings as assigned.
Support TBCHS initiatives and additional responsibilities as directed by the Dental Director or Chief Executive Officer.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provide supervision and guidance to interns, as assigned.
What You'll Bring
D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree from an accredited dental school.
Current and appropriate licensure and certifications as required by the State of Michigan Board of Dentistry, Board of Pharmacy, and U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
BLS certification required at time of hire.
A patient-centered approach and commitment to compassionate, high-quality dental care.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Additional Position Information
Physical Demands: Medium
Travel: Travel may be required between TBCHS locations and for conferences, meetings, or training opportunities.
Ready to Build Healthier Smiles and Stronger Communities?
Join a team where your skills, compassion, and expertise can make a real difference. Apply today and discover a rewarding dental career with Thunder Bay Community Health Service!