Clinical Dentist - Department of Dentistry

Clinical Dentist - Department of Dentistry

Job Description

Summary:

Examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums.

Provide comprehensive dental care to pediatric patients, ensuring excellent oral health outcomes through diagnosis, treatment planning, and preventive education.

• Examine patients' teeth and gums to diagnose conditions and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Cleans teeth, removes plaque, and applies fluoride treatments to prevent cavities.
• Perform restorative procedures such as fillings, crowns, bridges, and extractions to restore oral health.
• Educate patients and parents on proper oral hygiene practices and recommend care products.
• Maintain accurate patient records, including dental history, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Supervise dental assistants and hygienists to ensure efficient and effective patient care.

DDS/DMD degree or international equivalent, required.

Dental license in the State of Ohio, required.

• Certificate from a CODA-accredited advanced education program in pediatric dentistry, required.
• Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, required.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to fostering a collegial, collaborative environment.
• Willingness to prioritize patient safety and culture-sensitive care.

Experience: Not specified.

Occasionally:
Bend/twist, interact with blood/bodily fluids, handle chemicals/medications, manage communicable diseases, flex/extend neck, handle fumes/gases/vapors, lift/carry 0-10 lbs, 11-20 lbs, 21-40 lbs, manage loud noises, patient equipment, push/pull 0-25 lbs, reach above shoulder, squat/kneel. Frequently: computer skills, hand use (grasping, gripping, turning), repetitive hand/arm use, sitting, standing, walking. Continuously: audible speech, color vision, decision making, depth perception, hearing acuity, data interpretation, peripheral vision, problem solving, vision (far/near).

Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with assistance from another person or equipment.

Note: The above duties describe the general nature of work performed and are not exhaustive. This position is open to qualified candidates of all backgrounds in accordance with EOE principles (M/F/Disability/Vet).

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care