Princess Dental Staffing

Dentist - ASCENSION DEPAUL SERVICES - New Orleans, LA

Permanent Dental Hygienist Job
New Orleans, LA
Job Description

The Dentist is responsible for providing compassionate, high-quality dental care to our patients. Provide leadership and direction to Dental Hygienists and support team members in all areas of DCSNO patient treatment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Diagnose dental conditions and plan oral health care in consultation with patients and parents


Ensure treatment plan is reviewed with each patient / parent and informed consent is granted for treatments rendered


Provide great customer service by offering same day care when possible and ensuring parent / patient satisfaction


Educate patients and parents about improving and maintaining oral health care


Obtain diagnostic pre-operative radiographs for every procedure


Local Anesthesia must be limited appropriately


Effectively and safely administer behavior management techniques to enable delivery of dental care especially for uncooperative children


Develop treatment plans for patients consistent with the American Dental Association Guidelines


Adhere to all federal and government regulations, including the state dental board rules and regulations, HIPPA and OSHA regulations


Conduct behavior in a manner that is professional and courteous to all patients, parents, and office staff at all times


Consistently portray a positive working attitude that fosters a pleasant work environment


Maintain a consistent schedule in response to patient need

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds and be able to twist, turn, bend and stoop.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Majority of work performed in a clinical environment. Requires availability for extended hours during peak patient periods. Hours may change to meet the business needs.
REQUIREMENTS

DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.


Two (2) years practice experience and/or completion of a residency from an accredited postgraduate program.


A current, valid license to practice dentistry in the state of Louisiana and providing patient care (License must be in good standing)


Malpractice insurance (in place before start date)


CPR/BLS Certification (current before start date)


NPI provider number (in place before start date)


DEA number (application submitted before start date)


CDS (in states where applicable)


Experience with electronic dental record

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

Must love working with a diverse group/ population


Compassion and high level of service for our patients and staff


Integrity, always doing the right thing


Team building skills; organizational and staff development skills


Strong interpersonal and communication skills


Able to organize work and engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously


High degree of initiative, accountability and independent judgment


Professional manner and appearance at all times


Computer literate


Mentoring staff employees on developing their skills Certifications, Licenses, and registrations

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ASCENSION DEPAUL SERVICES
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