Dentist

Community Health Center of Buffalo

$154K — $164K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Dental Medicine degree from an accredited University
  • Current New York State dental license
  • Minimum of 1 year of practice as a staff Dentist
  • Active DEA registration
  • BLS/CPR certification
  • Strong clinical proficiency in dental procedures
  • Excellent communication skills for patient rapport
  • Teamwork capabilities in a clinical setting
  • Familiarity with electronic health records systems is advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Provide general dentistry and restorative services
  • Refer patients for further evaluation when necessary
  • Maintain detailed patient records and treatment plans
  • Ensure compliance with dental care quality standards
  • Educate patients about diagnoses and treatment options
  • Respond to patient inquiries in a respectful manner
  • Participate in staff meetings and perform other duties as needed

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance offerings
  • Generous paid time off
  • Continuing Medical Education days with stipend
  • Eligibility for student loan repayment via National Health Service Corps
  • Paid malpractice insurance
  • Access to additional benefits as specified
Full Job Description
**Job Summary:**

The Dentist will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with various dental issues, performing dental procedures such as fillings, extractions, and root canals, and educating patients on proper dental care.

**Qualifications:**

- Completion of a Dental Medicine degree from an accredited University
- Current and unrestricted New York State dental license to practice
- At least one (1) year of experience working as a staff Dentist
- Current DEA registration
- BLS/CPR certification
- Excellent clinical skills and knowledge of dental procedures and protocols
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with diverse patient populations
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
- Proficiency in electronic health records systems is a plus

**Responsibilities:**

- Deliver general dentistry, diagnostic, preventive, and restorative services to patients
- Refer patients to appropriate healthcare providers for additional evaluation or support when necessary
- Maintain thorough patient care records, including medications, allergies, data, assessments, and treatment plans
- Oversee dental care quality standards through Quality Assurance and Peer Review Audits
- Educate patients on their diagnosis, treatment plans, and expected outcomes
- Address patient inquiries promptly and communicate effectively with patients and colleagues in a respectful manner
- Attend mandatory staff meetings and carry out other relevant duties as needed

The selected candidate will be offered a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, CME days with an annual stipend, eligibility for student loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps, paid malpractice insurance, and more.

Salary Range: $154,000 - $164,000, depending on experience.

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