General Dentist

Purpose: Diagnose and treat problems with a patients teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth. Provide advice and instruction on taking care of teeth and gums and on diet choices that affect oral health.

Job Duties:
Remove decay from teeth and fill cavities
Repair cracked or fractured teeth and remove teeth
Straight teeth to correct bite issues
Place sealants or whitening agents on teeth
Administer anesthetics to keep patients from feeling pain during procedures
Write prescriptions for antibiotics or other medications
Examine X-rays of teeth, gums, the jaw and nearby areas for problems
Make models and measurements for dental appliances, such as dentures, to fit patients
Teach patients about diet, flossing, use of fluoride, and other aspects of dental care
Utilize dental equipment efficiently and effectively
Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
Documents dental care services by charting in patient records.
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and
regulations.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing
professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Deals with public and staff, both in person and over the telephone, in tactful and professional
manner.
Performs other duties as assigned

Education/Skills/Qualifications:
Licensed to work in the state of New York as a Dentist
Graduate of an accredited college of Dental Medicine
CPR certified
Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation,
diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise
Minimum 1 year experience in a primary care clinic
Legal authorization to work in the United States
A valid State Drivers license with clean records and access to insured automobile
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required
Leadership and organizational skills essential
Bilingual especially in Spanish preferred
Computer literate preferred
Self-motivated and flexible to daily patient schedule and/or clinic needs

The Chautauqua Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era,
pregnancy, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship or membership in any other legally protected class.