Proficient with dental tools for precise procedures
Strong communication skills for explaining treatment plans
Empathy and patience for patient comfort
Experience with electronic health records required, preferably Next Gen
Licensure to practice dentistry in Louisiana
Current BLS certification from American Heart Association
Responsibilities
Provide direct dental care to patients including exams, diagnoses, and treatments
Perform restorative procedures including fillings, root canals, bridges, and extractions
Apply sealants and fluoride treatments, and educate patients on oral hygiene
Administer anesthetics while maintaining patient records and overseeing dental team
Handle emergency calls as scheduled or necessary
Collaborate with staff to improve health service delivery
Maintain productivity standards and timely completion of charts
Benefits
11 paid holidays per year
Paid time off and extended leave days
Discounted dental services
Loan repayment options
Continuing education days available
Full Job Description
David Raines Community Health Centers (FQHC) is seeking a passionate Dentist to join our team and provide high-quality, compassionate dental care to the communities we serve.
CEU Eligibility & Professional Development Support
Potential Loan Repayment Opportunities
WHO WE ARE?
As a Federally Qualified Health Center, David Raines Community Health Centers is committed to expanding access to quality healthcare and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve. We have six Community Health Center locations and seventeen School-based facilities in six cities throughout Northwest Louisiana and corporate headquarters in Shreveport. DRCHC also has a licensed patient pharmacy and a state approved Medicaid application center.
If you are a Dentist looking for competitive compensation, meaningful work, excellent benefits and opportunities to reduce educational debt, we would love to hear from you!
Work Experience Requirements:
Provides direct dental care to clinic patients including examination, diagnosis and treatment according to established policy and protocol.
Perform restorative procedures such as fillings, root canals, bridges and tooth extractions.
Administer anesthetics safely, maintaining patient records and managing dental team.
Accepts emergency calls as scheduled or as needed.
Meet with other members of the staff and participate in planning and implementing improvements to health service.
Is responsible for maintaining established productivity, standards and goals.
Documents appropriate patient education.
Completes charts in a timely manner.
Documents on-call assessments.
Perform other duties as required.
Education/Experience Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited dental school with a DDS or DMD.
Expertise in using dental tools and instruments for precise, delicate procedures.
Ability to communicate complex treatment plans effectively to patients.
Ability to demonstrate care, patience and compassion for patient comfort.
Experience with electronic health records required, preferably Next Gen or similar EHS.
Licensure/Certification:
BLS (American Heart Association)
Licenses to practice dentistry in the State of Louisiana.
All applications/resumes are accepted online via www.davidraineschc.org or any of the external posting site such as Glassdoor or Indeed. Apply now and take the next step in a rewarding career where your skills can change lives.
