Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate general
Dentist to join our team. As a general dentist, you will be responsible for providing quality dental care to our patients. In this role, you will diagnose and treat a range of dental conditions and perform routine dental procedures. The ideal candidate should have a strong commitment to patient care and be able to work well in a team environment.
Expected Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours/week
Outline of Duties and Responsibilities-- Provides comprehensive dental examination, diagnoses, and treatment planning for all patients within the normal Standards of Care for the profession of Dentistry with an emphasis on patient education and prevention.
- Provides comprehensive dental treatment such as restorative dentistry, endodontic therapy, space maintenance, fixed and removable prosthetics, and oral surgery.
- Participates in the multi-disciplinary evaluations by providing dental assessments of foster children in the pediatric clinic.
- Performs oral examinations at all ages from 1 year old physical appointments in Pediatrics and upward.
- Complies with OSHA infection control procedures and follows CDC guidelines.
- Consults with other health professionals (dentists, specialists, physicians, and pharmacists) and makes appropriate referrals when necessary
- Assists in the training of dental students and new/existing dental staff
- Maintains records relating to all professional services rendered
- Prepares and attends to all reports, claims, and correspondence necessary or appropriate for referral or as requested by other health care providers
- Creates and role-models a respectful, courteous and professional work environment, addressing conflict and disagreement in a positive and respectful manner.
Requirements
Minimum Education and Experience- D.M.D. or D.D.S. degree from an accredited dental school
- 1 year of clinical experience post-residency preferred
Minimum Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations- Current dental license (in the State of CT highly preferred)
- Controlled Substance license
- DEA Certificate
Minimum Skills and Abilities- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of dental practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.\Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
- Proficient in electronic health record (EHR) systems with working knowledge of MS Office
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
UCFS Healthcare Offers a Competitive Benefits & Perks Package to Our Hardworking Team Which Can Include: - Financial - Yearly Performance Merit Increases; Gain Share Program; Local & Online Discounts
- Income Security - 401(k) Plan + 6% Employer Contributions; Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Health & Wellness - Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Wellness Programs; Decompression Spaces
- Time Off - Generous Paid Time Off Starting at 3 Weeks Vacation, 4 Floating Holidays, 10 Sick Days, 8 Federal Holidays
- Growth - Employee-Led Committees; NHSC Loan Repayment Opportunities; PSLF Eligibility; Career Path Ladders; Employer Paid Learning & Development Programs
- Fun - Appreciation, Education, and Team-Building Events
Salary Description
$160,000 - 165,000 / year
