DENTIST

Licensed healthcare providers may earn up to $50,000 toward student loans in exchange for a two-year commitment at Hamilton Community Health Network. Accepted participants may serve as dental clinicians and can choose to serve longer for additional loan repayment support. For more information, go to .

As a member of the Dental team, this position is responsible for providing dental care to the patients of HCHN. This position will provide dental care for 95% of the time, and administrative responsibilities 5% of the time.

General responsibilities

• Performs dental examinations, procedures, and prescribes medications to patients as assigned or as needed.
• Advises patient on dental care education issues when needed.
• Protects patients' oral health by diagnosing and treating disease, injuries, abnormalities of teeth and gums, and undertaking preventive procedures.
• Advise patients on good health practices.
• Ensures patients receive educational materials that pertain to their patient's dental health needs.
• Refers patients to specialists when required and in accordance with their insurance restrictions.
• Performs procedures on patients in need. Develops and implements goals and objectives to ensure high quality, cost-effective clinical care.