- Permanent Dentist Job
- St. Louis, MO
Job Description
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:
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
Create a treatment plan and complete treatment in a timely manner; referring out any services the health center can't render
Render treatment to our pediatric and pregnant population in the window of insurance coverage
Give chronic disease patients referrals to PCP for medical clearance for treatment; record and track
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
Must be able to be credentialed by insurance plans
Additional Information:
Clinic hours are Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
11 paid holidays per year.
Full benefits package.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
*We believe that health care is right and not a privilege. At CARESTL HEALTH we are an equal opportunity employer healthcare center. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, veteran, or disability status.*
