Associate Dentist

Smile Arts Dental, Oklahoma City

Schedule: M-Th 8am to 5pm

$800 per day daily rate for 90 days OR 30% production could result in a range of $300k - $350k first year

Medical, In House Dental, Vision, 401k (matching), Vacation, Holiday pay.

Patient Examination and Diagnosis:
Conduct thorough oral examinations using tools like X-rays, dental probes, and mirrors to diagnose dental conditions like cavities, gum disease, or oral cancer.
Treatment Planning:
Develop comprehensive treatment plans based on patient needs, considering factors like oral health history, current condition, and patient's lifestyle preferences.
Dental Procedures:
Perform various dental treatments which include:
Cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth.
Filling cavities with materials like amalgam, composite, or gold.
Root canal therapy to treat infected teeth.
Extractions of teeth when necessary.
Fitting and placement of dental prosthetics like crowns, bridges, dentures, or implants.
Orthodontic treatments such as braces or clear aligners for teeth alignment.
Implant placement and restoration
Preventive Care:
Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, diet, and lifestyle choices that affect dental health.
Administer fluoride treatments or sealants to prevent decay.
Cosmetic Dentistry:
Offer cosmetic procedures such as teeth whitening, veneers, or contouring to improve the appearance of teeth.
Emergency Care:
Handle dental emergencies like abscesses, broken teeth, or severe pain.
Record Keeping:
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including treatment plans, progress notes, and medical histories.
Patient Consultation and Counseling:
Discuss treatment options with patients, explaining procedures, potential outcomes, and costs.
Counsel patients on the impact of their habits (like smoking or poor nutrition) on oral health.
Use of Technology:
Stay updated with and utilize modern dental technologies for diagnosis, treatment, and patient comfort (e.g., digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, CAD/CAM for on-site crown fabrication).
Management of Dental Practice (for those in private practice):
Oversee staff, manage inventory, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and handle administrative tasks.
Continuing Education:
Participate in ongoing professional development to keep up with the latest dental practices, technologies, and materials.
Ethical Practice:
Adhere to medical ethics, particularly in terms of patient confidentiality, informed consent, and professional conduct.
Collaboration:
Work with dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other healthcare professionals to provide integrity.
Benefits: Health Insurance, Malpractice Insurance, Paid Time Off

Requirements

Experience with CEREC, same day crowns

Team Player

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $300,000.00 - $350,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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Associate Dentist