Job Description:
Shift: First Shift,Rotating
Dentist
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. is looking for a Dentist to provide quality and compassionate care and help make an impact with our patients.
Summary: The Dentist provides the patient with the primary cost effective care, in a competent manner for prevention, diagnosis and treatment for oral disease.
Hours: This is a full-time position that requires the ability to work a flexible schedule. General daytime hours Monday - Friday with rotating Saturdays and at least one evening per week.
Position Responsibilities/Duties:
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Evaluate the patient’s total dental care needs and provide personal dental care
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Perform physical assessment by interviewing, recording and interpreting medical, dental and social history of the patient
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Order diagnostic or therapeutic procedures or lab testing
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Develop an accurate identification of patients’ health problems based upon correct interpretation of findings
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Record findings, lab and/or diagnostic results and existing dental records
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Develop, implement, and coordinate all aspects of a dental care plan for each individual
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Manage the plan of care by monitoring the patient’s response to the therapeutic regimen, recording the patient’s process and counseling if needed
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Initiate referrals, when needed, to other health care providers and/or consulting physicians or dentist, offering counseling when needed, and document all information regarding referral in the medical chart
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Coordinate all aspects of patient care, including discharge and follow-up plans
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Facilitate interaction and cooperation among health care staff involved in the planning and provision of dental care
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Responsible for maintaining a current technical knowledge and is required to seek educational and professional opportunities to enhance clinical practice and competency
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Perform other tasks as assigned by the President/CEO.
Experience and Skills:-
Valid NJ Dental License, CDS, and DEA
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At least 1 year of current working experience; 2 to 4 years preferred
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Doctorate degree
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Valid NJ driver’s license
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Strong computer skills: knowledge of MediaDent is a plus
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Bilingual Spanish/English a plus
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Excellent customer services and communication skills
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Benefits:
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. provides a rewarding and challenging work environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and a very competitive benefits package which includes: a healthy work/life balance, generous paid time off, paid holidays, competitive wages, Tuition Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan with company contribution, Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Life Insurance.
From: Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers