Thundermist Health Center
Dental - WW - Dentist
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Job Description
- Req#: 2093
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Doctoral Degree Dental Medicine/Surgery
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A ctive license to practice denti stry in R hode I sland
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Tactful in dealing with patients
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Ability to work with others
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Candidates who do not meet all of the preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply.
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Performing root canals
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Providing supervision to dental hygienists and dental assistants
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Makes chart notes
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Referrals
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This role is onsite
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Some standing . Extraction of teeth . Also requires use of finger and hand manipulation
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The normal expected number of hours for this positio n is 40 . May occasionally work
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Excellent verbal and written skills.
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.
Please note, effective September 1,2021, all Thundermist employees are required to have an initial dose of vaccine to prevent Covid-19. Effective October 1, 2021, all employees of RI licensed health care facilities must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Employees may be deemed exempt from this requirement based on documentation from their health care provider.
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:
Preferred Qualifications:
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
Administrative :
Physical Effort/ Environment:
using instruments and dental equipment.
Work Schedule Demands:
over 40 hours .
Commu nication 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.-
About the company
Thundermist Health Center is a Federally Qualified Community Health Center, serving Woonsocket, West Warwick, and South County for 50 years.