About this opportunity
Smile Time Dental lists this Associate Dentist opportunity in sacramento, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Multiple locations in the Sacramento and Bay Area
Perform general dentistry in oral health; conduct comprehensive oral examinations for pediatric/ adolescent patients; assess oral tissues, dentition development, occlusion, craniofacial growth patterns; review/interpret patient medical/dental histories to identify systemic conditions, risk factors, contraindications affecting dental treatment; diagnose dental conditions using clinical evaluations, intraoral examinations, diagnostic imaging such as digital radiographs, bitewing X-rays; develop individualized treatment plans based on patient age, developmental stage, oral health status, behavioral considerations; provide preventive dental services (oral prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, sealant application, anticipatory guidance); perform restorative dental procedures (composite restorations, stainless steel crowns, pulpotomies, management of early childhood cavities; manage dental trauma cases involving primary and permanent dentition (stabilization, restoration, or referrals as clinically indicated); utilize dental technologies/equipment (digital radiography systems, electronic dental records (EHR), intraoral cameras, rotary instruments); administer/monitor local anesthesia, behavior management techniques appropriate for pediatric patients; maintain strict infection control protocols (sterilization of instruments, compliance with OSHA, CDC, state dental board regulations; educate patients, parents/guardians on oral hygiene practices, nutrition counseling, cavities; prevention/long-term oral health maintenance; identify cases requiring specialty care (e.g., orthodontics, oral surgery, endodontics); coordinate referrals to appropriate dental specialists; document clinical findings, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures accurately within electronic dental record system; collaborate with dental assistants, hygienists, administrative staff to ensure efficient clinical workflow/continuity of care; provide clinical guidance/professional input regarding technical performance/skill development of dental auxiliary staff; participate in clinical staff meetings, quality assurance initiatives, continuing education activities to maintain professional competency/compliance; uphold professional, ethical, and moral standards established by the American Dental Association and applicable licensing authorities. Multiple worksites: Employer’s dental clinics located throughout CA Counties: Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, & San Joaquin. Travel: Regular travel between employer’s worksites within listed counties required. Salary range from $111,238 to $222,600 per year.
Requirements
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree (or foreign equivalent)
Willing to travel to Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, & San Joaquin counties.
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
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Worksite address
sacramento, CA, 95828, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.