Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Physician

Pediatric Dentist Opportunity in Louisiana - Located in Lake Charles, LA - Full-time, permanent position Position Overview : Examines children requesting care, diagnoses their dental conditions, prescribes and carries out, or directs others in carrying out, appropriate therapy, or refers individuals for specialty consultation or care in conformance with approved clinical privileges. Educates individuals in the nature of oral health related conditions, in the general promotion of health and the prevention of oral disease.Position Details : - Records patient-dentist transaction as they occur in the medical / dental record (in an organized format utilizing standard nomenclature) so that the record accurately reflects the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient, and the care provided, in addition, completes referrals, data collection instruments and other records or paper works as required. - Serves on medical / dental staff meetings as assigned and participates in the quality assurance program of the center. - Assists in the provision of continuing education, on-the-job training and orientation of center staff as requested. - Assists in the provision of technical assistance and health education to the community as requested. - The incumbent of this position is under the general supervision of the Dental Director. - The work of the position consists of the broad functions of dental medicine, education, prevention, cure, and rehabilitation. - Assignments are categorized by breadth and intensity of effort and generally involve the simultaneous application of multiply distinct skills, knowledge, and abilities in the care of one or more patients. - The work of the position involves moderate risks with exposure to contagious diseases (including TB, Hepatitis, and AIDS) adverse weather, occasionally hostile patients, various dental materials (including mercury), dental power equipment, and radiation. - The purpose of the contact with individuals or groups is to educate, influence, and motivate the individuals and groups to understand and to accept recommended medical / dental therapies.Benefits : - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Supplemental Insurance - Retirement Plan - 401k Matching - Paid Time Off - Paid Sick Leave - Paid Holidays - Employee Assistance Program