Location
Saint Louis, MO | United States
Job description
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 dentures
Education:
- Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Dentistry and
- 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.*
Dentist, Dental
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