Dentist Job in Durham, North Carolina

(Job ID: 426782)

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Local Start Dental: Local Start Dental is a not-for-profit 501 c3, state-of-the-art and on-site denture fabrication clinic. Our dual mission is to restore smiles and confidence for underserved neighbors while advancing the clinical skills of dental students and professionals. In this way, we both provide for and reinvest in our community. We specialize in dental prosthetics—dentures and dental implants. We have surgically trained Prosthodontists on staff who have years of advanced training in leading dental schools. We have the most advanced imaging system available for scanning the mouth, and all tooth replacement and extraction services are performed in our practice. State-of-the-art digital technology ensures excellent fit and function of every denture, and dentures are custom crafted on-site. We offer Healthcare, Vision, and Dental benefits, a 403b retirement plan with matching, opportunities for continuing education, a yearly uniform benefit, chances to mentor student-dentists, and the opportunity to work alongside a positive and hardworking team who love what they do. At Local Start Dental, we believe Teamwork Makes the Dream Work. Our goal is to work together to create the best possible experience for every patient by providing empathetic patient care and top-of-the-line dental work. Job Description: We are looking for a driven and efficient General Dentist who has a passion for serving the underserved community. The primary role of the General Dentist is to help Local Start Dental fulfill its dual mission of serving the underserved in North Carolina and providing education to licensed dentists and dental students alike. The general dentist performs a variety of examinations, restorations, and surgery for patients who need General Dentistry in conjunction with their prosthodontic treatment. The General Dentist collaborates with the Prosthodontist on the patient’s treatment plans to ensure the best and most efficient care for patients. The General Dentist must work effectively with co-workers including the lab, clinical, and front office teams. 1. Driving year-over-year self-sustainment through optimal clinical workflows and clinical excellence. 2. Will comply with local, state, and federal laws, rules and regulations, and clinical best practices. 3. Responsible for compliance with all applicable federal, state, local and center rules, regulations, protocols and procedures governing the practice of dentistry and clinical provision of dental care those relating to, but not limited to, personnel issues, workplace safety, public health, and confidentiality. 4. Assists with the training and development of the dental assisting staff in dental procedures according to protocols. 5. Performs a variety of dental exams and procedures with an excellent quality of care. 6. Promote good oral health and preventative dental care (e.g., once a patient has completed their full treatment plan – refer them to a dentist for routine care). 7. Follow-up with patients to ensure each patient gets the treatment they need and has an optimal patient experience. 8. Consistently identifies and provides direct, and in-the-moment feedback to staff and leadership to identify and implement opportunities for improvement. 9. Maintains an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with company policies. 10. Addresses others professionally and respectfully. 11. Maintain a clean, sterile environment in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines. 12. Participates in or leads daily morning huddles, monthly team meetings and any other meetings as required. 13. Oversees dental students as a preceptor during their rotations through the clinic. 14. Work with leadership to further the relationship with local dental schools and develop additional opportunities for dental students to intern, extern, or rotate through the clinic. 15. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Required • CPR/AED Training • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree from a university-based dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). • A valid North Carolina dental license issued by the Board of Dental Examiners or Licensing Board. • Ability to run a 2-3 column schedule with the support of the dental assisting team. • Firm knowledge of dental surgery procedures (e.g., extractions) Preferred • Firm knowledge of denture procedures. • Training/teaching experience – both didactic and hands-on. • Experience acting as a preceptor or mentor for dental students. • Experience working with the underserved community.