About this opportunity
i4 Dental Lab lists this Associate Dentist opportunity in rio rancho, New Mexico. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Looking for an Associate Dentist to join the team! If you love providing great patient care and want to work alongside a supportive, close-knit group of professionals in a lab and practice environment, we'd love to hear from you. You'll play a hands-on role in diagnosing and treating a variety of dental conditions while building real, lasting relationships with your patients.
What You'll Be Doing
Examining patients and reviewing dental and medical histories to get a full picture of their oral health
Diagnosing dental conditions and putting together treatment plans that make sense for each patient
Handling general dentistry procedures like fillings, crowns, extractions, and preventive care
Reading X-rays and other diagnostic images to guide your treatment decisions
Walking patients through their options in a way that's easy to understand and addressing any questions or concerns
Prescribing medications when needed, following all applicable regulations
Referring patients to specialists when necessary and staying in the loop on their ongoing care
Keeping patient records accurate, up to date, and compliant with privacy standards
Following proper sterilization and infection control practices
Teaming up with dental assistants, lab staff, and admin folks to keep the day running smoothly
Taking part in mentorship opportunities and continuing to grow professionally
Keeping up with new techniques, materials, and technology in the dental world
What We're Looking For
DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
Active, valid dental license in good standing as required by the state of practice
Solid clinical skills across general dentistry procedures
Great communication skills with both patients and coworkers
An eye for detail and a genuine commitment to quality, patient-centered care
Good organizational and time-management habits
Comfort using dental practice software and digital imaging systems
A professional approach to patient confidentiality and safety
Openness to learning and growing through mentorship and teamwork
What You'll Get
A supportive, collaborative dental practice to grow in
Mentorship and guidance from experienced dental professionals
A varied caseload that keeps things interesting day to day
Plenty of room to grow professionally over time
A welcoming, team-oriented environment where you'll actually enjoy coming to work
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Worksite address
rio rancho, NM, 87144, US
Who can apply
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