General Dentist- Outpatient Float (PRN)

We are recruiting for a motivated General Dentist- Outpatient Float (PRN) to join our team!

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Department

DH DENTAL PAV L

Job Summary

Denver Health is seeking a General Dentist that will rotate across Denver Health's outpatient dental clinics and the main campus. Depending on clinic assignment, there may be opportunities to work with residents and fourth-year dental students.

Schedule

Scheduling is typically set six weeks in advance, with a minimum of three days per week required. Saturday availability is optional, with two clinics offering Saturday hours. Shifts may range from 8, 10, or 12 hours, depending on provider preference. The schedule is highly adaptable and may change frequently based on clinic needs.

Clinic Locations & Hours

Each site is staffed with general dentists and a dedicated care team. More complex needs are referred to specialty providers within the Denver Health system.

Eastside Family Health Center

Hours : Monday - Friday, 7 : 00 a.m. - 6 : 00 p.m.

Federico F. Pena Southwest Family Health Center

Hours : Monday - Friday, 7 : 00 a.m. - 6 : 00 p.m.

Lowry Family Health Center

Hours : Monday - Friday, 7 : 00 a.m. - 6 : 00 p.m.

Montbello Family Health Center

Hours : Monday - Friday, 7 : 00 a.m. - 6 : 00 p.m.

Outpatient Medical Center - Pavilion L (Adults)

Hours : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.

Webb Center for Primary Care - Pavilion G (Pediatrics Only)

Hours : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.

Westside Family Health Center

Hours : Monday - Friday, 7 : 00 a.m. - 6 : 00 p.m.

Responsibilities

Under minimal supervision, the provider will :

• Diagnose, prevent, and treat conditions of the teeth and oral tissues.
• Remove decay, fill cavities, and perform examinations with diagnostic imaging.
• Place protective sealants on children's teeth, straighten teeth, and repair fractures.
• Perform corrective surgery on gums and supporting bone to treat periodontal disease.
• Extract teeth and create models / measurements for dentures and other prosthetics.
• Provide patient education on diet, oral hygiene, and preventive care, including the use of fluorides.
• Administer anesthetics and prescribe antibiotics or other medications as appropriate.

Essential Functions :

Performs professional dental care which includes restorative dentistry, exodontia, and visual examination of patient's oral cavity, analyzing results of x-rays, other diagnostic procedures, removal of decay teeth, extract or restore teeth. Examine teeth, gum and related issues, using dental instruments, x-ray and other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose disease or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.Diagnose and treat disease, injuries, and malformations of teeth, gums and related oral structures, and provide preventative and corrective services. Treat exposure of pulp by pulp capping, removal of pulp chamber, or root canal, using dental instruments, Treats disease of teeth, gum and mouth with appropriate medication. (30%)

Formulate plan of treatment for patient's teeth and mouth tissues. Prepares charts and determines that most feasible plan for treatment. Maintains charts and treatment plans and completes required reports. (20%)

Administer anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patient during procedure. Write prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications. (15%)

Educates patients regarding preventative dentistry and oral hygiene. Advise and instruct patients regarding preventative dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, and oral health care services. (10%)

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Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

PRN / Intermittent

Salary

$78.89 - $102.84 / hr

Benefits

Ambient AI digital scribe with Epic integration for all ambulatory providers!

Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%

On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

Community resource navigation support

Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

Our Values

Respect

Belonging

Accountability

Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.