Dentist

Position Title: Dentist I TO: Dental Officer

Classification: Exempt

• CARESTLHEALTH is seeking a Full-time Dentist.
• The Dentist may be reassigned duties and responsibilities at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other staffing reasons.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Essential functions: 1.
• After a thorough evaluation of health history, x-rays, and oral examination/cancer screen/periodontal evaluation discuss with the patients the findings of the dental examination and the treatment that can be taken care of in our health center 2.
• Create a treatment plan and complete treatment in a timely manner; referring out any services the health center can't render 3.
• Render treatment to our pediatric and pregnant population in the window of insurance coverage 4.
• Give chronic disease patients referrals to PCP for medical clearance for treatment; record and track 5.
• Practice to the full extent of your license including extractions(simple and some surgical), restorative (amalgams and composites), root canals (anterior and premolars), crowns, bridges, partials, and denture

Education

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Dentistry
• Licensed to practice in the State of Missouri
• Must have current CPR /CE certificates

Experience: Some experience in a community health center is desirable but not mandatory

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Maintain a professional attitude towards patients in and out of the Health Center
• Good oral and verbal communication skills
• Good organizational and self-motivational skills
• Must be willing to practice to the full extent of your license
• Must be willing to participate in community health fairs sponsored by MHD
• Must be willing to work with the pediatric population. Must be willing to work extended hours and some Saturdays periodically