General Dentist

Education Level Doctorate or above## Description
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* Summary:

** Performs professional, high quality dental care, preventive care and restorative care to clients of all ages with maximum concern for client comfort, treatment, and respect.
** Essential Duties****:
** Essential job duties for this position include the following items. Other duties must be performed as assigned or required.
* Performs all functions according to CCHC mission and values
* Performs oral examinations using x-ray and other special equipment. Diagnoses and treats dental and oral disease. Performs restorations, extractions, prophylactic, and other dental work as indicated. Achieves productivity standards as determined by supervisor.
* Demonstrates knowledge of the principles, standard practice methods and techniques of general dentistry, preventive dentistry, and educational methodologies utilized in prevention.
* Performs dental operations and treats mouth diseases; refers clients per protocols; confers with physicians regarding medical/dental problems.
* Keeps clinical and other records regarding services provided, supplies and materials used.
* Uses all available resources for diagnosis and treatment in an appropriate and cost-efficient manner.
* Participates in development of dental policies, procedures, dental records, and quality improvement plan.
* Participates in professional education for self to maintain the highest level of expertise.
* Maintains good relationships with other professionals within the community.
* Available for on call coverage to triage after hours calls. (Not currently triaging after hours but may be necessary at a later date.)
* Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of general dentistry.
* Practice within scope of license and experience.
* Maintain infection control and safety guidelines.
* Maintain a friendly, respectful, and professional environment for all client contacts.
* Maintain a cooperative, helpful work environment within the Clinic.
* Maintain confidentiality regarding CCHC, its clients, and employees.
* Work toward continuous quality improvement.
* Stay current with changing best practices and technologies.
* Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures.## Qualifications Education/

Experience:

* DDS or DMD. Graduate of accredited school of dentistry.
* Licensure to practice dentistry in the state of Iowa.
* Must have or receive in the first 30 days of employment: BLS certification mandatory reporter training. Must be able to pass screening, credentialing, and privileging requirements.
* Must be able to use electronic dental records and other computer software.
* At least one year of experience preferred.
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