Coast Dental and Orthodontics Careers

Description

Job Purpose

As a licensed dentist, an oral surgeon treats conditions, defects, injuries, and esthetic aspects of the mouth, teeth, jaws, and face.

Duties and Responsibilities

·       Treat conditions, defects, injuries, and esthetic aspects of the mouth, teeth, jaws, and face.

·       Examine patients to determine the nature of the condition affecting the patient, utilizing x-rays, dental instruments and other diagnostic procedures. 

·       Perform removal of diseased and impacted teeth. 

·       Place implants used to replace missing teeth. 

·       Administer anesthesia services.

·       Provide preventive dental services and education in oral and dental hygiene. 

·       Supervise office staff, including hygienists, dental assistants, receptionists and other office staff. 

·       Adheres to safety protocols and processes including but not limited to ensuring protective equipment is utilized and OSHA/Bloodborne pathogen requirements are followed. 

·       Participate in morning huddles, chart reviews and routine office meetings. 

·       All other duties and responsibilities allowed under applicable state laws and regulations.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective communication skills; demonstrates professional and courteous demeanor with patients.

Qualifications (Experience, Education, Licensure, Certification)

• DDS or DMD degree, licensed in state in which practicing or have the ability to obtain licensure upon graduation. 
• Completion of an oral surgery residency program. 
• Current Advance Life Support (ALS) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate.

Working Conditions

Oral Surgeons work in areas that are highly visible and designed and furnished to make a good impression. Most work stations are clean, well-lighted, and relatively quiet. Work is sedentary in nature.