DMD or DDS degree from an ADA CODA accredited program
Current state license to practice dentistry
Documentation of Hepatitis B vaccination
Proof of malpractice insurance
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification
Responsibilities
Promote oral health and disease prevention
Diagnose oral diseases
Educate patients on oral health and treatment options
Create treatment plans for maintaining or restoring oral health
Review treatment plan options with patients
Maintain and update patients' medical and dental records
Interpret x-rays and diagnostic tests
Monitor growth and development of teeth and jaws
Provide restorative and preventive dental care
Perform surgical procedures on the oral cavity
Uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism
Engage in continuing education and professional development
Full Job Description
Overview
Responsibilities
Promote oral health and disease prevention
Diagnose oral diseases
Educate patients on oral health and various treatment options
Create treatment plans to maintain or restore patient's oral health
Review treatment plan options with patients
Review, maintain and update patients' medical and dental records
Review and interpret x-rays and diagnostic tests
Monitor growth and development of the teeth and jaws
Provide proper restorative and preventive dental care
Perform surgical procedures on the teeth, bone and soft tissues of the oral cavity
Maintain the highest quality standard of care for all patients
Maintain the highest standard of ethics and professionalism
Keep abreast of new developments, technologies, best practices and standard of care through current continuing education courses and professional development
Qualifications
DMD or DDS degree from a university-based dental education program accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation (ADA CODA)
Current state license to practice dentistry
Documentation of Hepatitis B vaccination
Proof of malpractice insurance
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
