Family Dentist Float

Kintegra Health is a community sponsored, family-centered provider of health care, health education and preventive care services without regard for the ability to pay. We encourage you to take a look at our current openings and contact us if you have any questions.

Summary of Position: A General Dentist must be able to perform all the minimum qualifications of the Family Dentist job descriptions. The role of the Dentist is an exempt position responsible for performing a variety of duties related to dental patient care directed by dental director. Responsible for providing primary dental care to patients; diagnosing patient problems on the basis of history, physical examination, interpretation of x-rays, and the assessment of socio-economic and cultural influences while also being responsible for providing a general climate of cooperation and understanding.

Family Dentist Minimum Qualifications: Ability to read, write and understand the English language. Communicate effectively. Interacts in a friendly, professional manner with a wide range of patients, operations staff, physicians and other departments in a friendly, professional manner. Knowledge of dental office protocols/procedures. Ability to work well under pressure is essential. Ability to communicate and work effectively with the other physicians and peers. Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures. Familiarity with basic computer operations, EDR software. Ability to work successfully with minimum supervision. Must be able to work seated for several hours at a time to provide clinical services to patients. Frequent movement within the office handling patient flow. Ability to maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance.

Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in public health setting

Education: Appropriate degree from an accredited dental school

Licensure: Current North Carolina Board of Dental Examiners license; current DEA license

Certifications: BLS/OSHA/HIPAA

General Dentist Key Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat patients to achieve excellent results within estimated treatment time with maximum concern for patient comfort and respect
Deliver the highest quality care to patients
Properly handle dental records
Compliance with all OSHA regulations
Be an active participant in staff meetings
Be a positive influence to aid in attracting new patients and retaining patients of record
Resolve personnel issues within office with the help of the personnel involved
Help to supervise, train and nurture support staff members
Remain current with professional literature and standards of care
Represent Kintegra Health Dental Clinic to the community at large