Dentist

South Boston Community Health Center

$155K — $205K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctorate degree in Dentistry
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Current Massachusetts dental practice license

Responsibilities

  • Provide a full range of general dental services including emergency care and restorative work
  • Take and diagnose radiographs for better patient assessment
  • Examine teeth and develop tailored treatment plans
  • Maintain accurate and complete patient records for effective tracking
  • Clinically supervise dental assistants and hygienists for optimal workflow
  • Participate in quality improvement projects to enhance service delivery
  • Assist in the clinical education and supervision of dental hygiene students

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off, including holidays and sick time
  • Retirement plan options to support future financial stability
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Access to employee assistance programs for additional support
  • Other benefits based on employment status and union agreements
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Position Summary:

Provides dental care for patients by diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries and malformations of teeth and gums. Must be able to deal with patients in a professional, efficient manner and good working relationships with dental staff

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Provide a full range of general dental services within the defined scope of training. Including but not limited to: emergency and routine care, restorations, crown and bridge construction, periodontal therapy, removable and fixed prosthetics, endodontics and oral surgery.
  • Take and diagnose radiographs
  • Examine teeth and formulate treatment plans
  • Maintain accurate and complete patient records
  • Maintain department records and reports
  • Perform general chair side dentistry
  • Clinically supervise dental assistants and hygienists.
  • Participate in staff or committee meetings as requested.
  • Involved in maintaining the center's safety, environmental and infection control standards.
  • Develop preventative programs.
  • Participate in QI projects. Identifies problems and makes suggestions for improvements.
  • Assists in the education and supervision of dental and dental hygiene students, as outlined by clinical affiliation agreements.
  • Provide patient services with clinical competence and caring communication.
  • Perform all other related duties as assigned.


Requirements

Qualifications
  • Doctorate degree in Dentistry
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Current license to practice Dentistry in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Benefits & Perks: SBCHC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and work-life balance, which may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off, holidays, and sick time.
  • Retirement plan options.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Employee assistance programs.
  • Other benefits in accordance with employment status and union agreements.

Compliance & Employment Requirements
  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and reference checks.
  • Proof of COVID-19 and other required vaccinations may be required in accordance with SBCHC policy and applicable laws.
  • Selected candidates must meet all licensing, certification, or credentialing requirements applicable to the role.


Salary Description

155,000 - 205,000

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