Dentist

Position Overview

The General Dentist will provide comprehensive, high-quality dental care to patients of varying ages and backgrounds, emphasizing prevention, education, treatment, and long-term oral health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatment planning.

• Provide general dentistry services, including preventive, restorative, and other procedures within the provider's training and scope of practice.

• Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and treatment options.

• Develop individualized treatment plans that address patients' clinical needs and circumstances.

• Collaborate with dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete electronic dental records.

• Follow established clinical protocols, infection prevention standards, and quality assurance requirements.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support UPC's commitment to accessible, patient-centered care.

• Provide compassionate, culturally responsive care to patients regardless of insurance coverage or financial circumstances.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school.

• Current, unrestricted New York State dental license or eligibility for licensure.

• Current DEA registration, if required for assigned duties.

• Strong clinical skills and a commitment to high-quality, evidence-based dental care.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented healthcare environment.

• Commitment to serving rural and medically underserved populations.

• Previous experience in community health, public health, or an FQHC setting is preferred but not required.

• New graduates are encouraged to apply!