Staff Dentist
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Staff Dentist Brooklyn, NY ( DescriptionThe Staff Dentist is responsible for providing a wide range of comprehensive dental services promoting preventative oral healthcare, diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries and malformation of teeth and gingiva. Patient population includes pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. The Staff Dentist is responsible for proper documentation in the patient's electronic dental record. The Staff Dentist reports all clinical aspects of the practice directly to the Dental Director.Essential Functions and Duties:+ Provide high quality dental care with the emphasis on preventive services to patients.+ Document all patient care information in the patient's electronic dental record in a timely manner.+ Perform oral health evaluation and diagnosis. Develop treatment plans for patients and make referrals when appropriate to specialty care.+ Provide treatment consisting of preventative, periodontal, extractions, root canals, fillings, fixed and removable prosthetics to manage and/or eliminate dental disease, restore tooth function, and prevent future disease and/or dental caries.+ Support Dental Hygienist with radiographic evaluations and treatment plans.+ Maintain a team approach to dentistry by assisting other dentists and staff to allow for efficiency, flow, and quality of dental care.+ Adhere to established clinical protocols and procedures.+ Adhere to all infection control standards.+ Follow established health center procedures for patient billing and reimbursement.+ Participate in quality improvement and peer review, management, and team meetings.+ Participate in staff medical education programs and patient health education activities as required.+ Maintain professional competence by completing appropriate requirements of CDE as required by the State of NY Department of Education.RequirementsRequirements:+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.+ Ability to handle patient emergencies within the department.+ Effective time management and communication skills.+ Working knowledge and comfort with electronic dental software and Microsoft Office software.+ Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to details, and the ability to keep detailed records.+ Comprehensive knowledge of dental procedures, tools, and diagnostics.Education and Experience:+ Graduated from an accredited college of dentistry.+ Current and valid License to practice dentistry in the state of New York+ 1-2 years' experience in general dentistry.+ Maintains a current DEA certificate.+ Infection Control Certification+ A valid and current BLS Certification