Dentist - Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers - Newark, NJ

Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Newark, NJ

Job Description

Job Description: Shift: First Shift,Second Shift,Rotating
Dentist
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. is seeking a talented Dentist to step into our culturally diverse and fast-paced facility!
Summary: The Dentist provides the patient with the primary cost effective care, in a competent manner for prevention, diagnosis and treatment for oral disease.
Hours: This is a full-time position that requires the ability to work a flexible schedule. General daytime hours Monday – Friday and at least one evening per week.
Position Responsibilities/Duties:

Evaluate the patient’s total dental care needs and provide personal dental care
Perform physical assessment by interviewing, recording and interpreting medical, dental and social history of the patient
Order diagnostic or therapeutic procedures or lab testing
Develop an accurate identification of patients’ health problems based upon correct interpretation of findings
Record findings, lab and/or diagnostic results and existing dental records
Develop, implement, and coordinate all aspects of a dental care plan for each individual
Manage the plan of care by monitoring the patient’s response to the therapeutic regimen, recording the patient’s process and counseling if needed
Initiate referrals, when needed, to other health care providers and/or consulting physicians or dentist, offering counseling when needed, and document all information regarding referral in the medical chart
Coordinate all aspects of patient care, including discharge and follow-up plans
Facilitate interaction and cooperation among health care staff involved in the planning and provision of dental care
Responsible for maintaining a current technical knowledge and is required to seek educational and professional opportunities to enhance clinical practice and competency
Perform other tasks as assigned by the President/CEO.
Experience and Skills:

Valid NJ Dental License, CDS, and DEA
At least 1 year of current working experience; 2 to 4 years preferred
Doctorate degree
Valid NJ driver’s license
Strong computer skills: knowledge of MediaDent is a plus
Bilingual Spanish/English a plus
Excellent customer services and communication skills

Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Benefits:
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. provides a rewarding and challenging work environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and a very competitive benefits package which includes: a healthy work/life balance, generous paid time off, floating /paid holidays, competitive wages, Tuition Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan with company contribution, Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Life Insurance. From: Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers

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