Description Smile Design Dental Margate is seeking a detail-oriented, thorough, and experienced dentist to join our growing team. In this position, you will be responsible for the oral health of your patients. You will perform procedures to diagnose and treat cavities, cracked or fractured teeth, and oral diseases. You will also administer medications and anesthetics for tooth extractions, root canals, and other surgical procedures. Dentist Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform dental procedures such as fillings, extractions, and root canals
- Conduct routine check-ups
- Diagnose and treat oral diseases and conditions
- Explain fully and in detail recommended treatment for patients
- Create detailed and custom treatment plans for patients
- Collaborate with dental assistants and hygienists to provide comprehensive dental care
- Maintain and update accurate and up-to-date medical records
- Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
- Prescribe antibiotics and pain relieving medications
- Provide patient care for cracked or fractured teeth
- Perform procedures to treat decay and cavities
- Examine patients for dental and jaw diagnoses
- Create models for dental appliances
- Perform general dentistry
- Interpret x-rays and diagnostic tests
- Administer anesthetics
- Perform surgical procedures on teeth, bone, and soft tissues
- Educate patients on aftercare and answer questions
- Tuesday, Friday and every other Monday
Dentist Requirements and Qualifications
- D.D.S. or D.M.D. from a school accredited by Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and American Dental Association.
- Licensed to practice in the state of Florida
- Certification in CPR
- Good interpersonal skills and communication
- Computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite
- Accurate and precise attention to detail
- Compassionate and caring of patients
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work in an intense, concentrated environment
- Calm and cool-headed with a positive attitude
- Complies with all office, local, state, and American Dental Association regulations, protocols, and procedures
- Valid license to practice dentistry
- Proficient in medical documentation and record keeping
- Knowledge of aseptic technique and infection control protocols
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations for patient privacy
- Strong understanding of medical terminology related to dentistry
- Ability to take and interpret vital signs accurately
- Proficiency in dental software such as or Dentrix
EEO Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.