Dental - WW - Dentist

Thundermist's Mission - To improve the health of our patients and communities by delivering exceptional health care, removing barriers to that care, and advancing healthy lifestyles.


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Job Description
Job Title: Dentist Reports to: Associate Vice President of Operations
Department: Dental FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Grade: P Version Date: June 2022
General Responsibilities:
Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth and gums and related oral structures by performing the following duties.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:

Doctoral Degree Dental Medicine/Surgery

Active license to practice dentistry in Rhode Island

Tactful in dealing with patients

Ability to work with others

Preferred Qualifications:


Candidates who do not meet all of the preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Significant Job Functions:
Clinical:

1. Injections

2. Extraction of diseased teeth

3. Education of patients in oral dental hygiene

4. Design and making of dentures

5. Filling cavities

Performing root canals

Providing supervision to dental hygienists and dental assistants

Administrative:

Makes chart notes

Referrals

Physical Effort/ Environment:
This role is onsite

Some standing. Extraction of teeth. Also requires use of finger and hand manipulation

using instruments and dental equipment.

Work Schedule Demands:
The normal expected number of hours for this position is 40. May occasionally work over 40 hours.
Communication Skills:
Excellent verbal and written skills.
Confidentiality of Information:
Thundermist is dedicated in securing the privacy and confidentiality of protected health information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. It is the responsibility of all employees to comply to state and federal guidelines in accessing sensitive information. Additionally, this role will have access to sensitive agency information. The incumbent must apply strict confidentiality.
ADA & EEOC Statement:
Thundermist is dedicated to the goal of building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce committed to caring for patients in a manner that is respectful of cultural difference. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


Thundermist is dedicated to the goal of building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce committed to caring for patients in a manner that is respectful of cultural difference. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.