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Per Diem Dentist (Midtown/Southwest )
Per Diem Dentist (Midtown/Southwest )Avenue360 Health and Wellness • Houston, TX, United States
Per Diem Dentist (Midtown / Southwest )

Per Diem Dentist (Midtown / Southwest )

Avenue360 Health and Wellness • Houston, TX, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview :

It is the role of the Dentist to diagnose, treat and advise our patients on various dental issues

Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Examine patients' medical records
  • Prepare patients for treatment (e.g. by applying oral sedation or anesthesia)
  • Check teeth, gums and other parts of the mouth, along with X-rays and tests, to diagnose dental problems
  • Identify tooth decay and replace cavities with fillings
  • Conduct tooth extractions and root canal procedures
  • Perform surgeries on diseased tissues and bones
  • Prescribe medication as needed
  • Educate patients on proper brushing techniques, flossing and fluoride use
  • Promote good oral health and preventive dental care (e.g. by scheduling regular check-ups)

Education, Experience, Licensure / Certification and Skills / Abilities Related Requirements :

  • A pleasant and compassionate personality with the ability to make patients feel comfortable
  • Experience working with diverse communities preferred
  • Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) or similar degree that gives license to practice the dentist profession
  • BLS Certification required.
  • Additional training and certification in pediatric dental preferred but not required
  • Continuing Education and Training Requirements :

    Participates in training required by the funding source and / or required by licensing board.

    JOB CODE : req 1517

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