Dentist

Description:

East Central Regional Hospital is seeking a Licensed Dentist profession to conducting the following:

• Under general supervision, diagnoses, treats, prevents and controls disorders of the teeth and mouth including gums and related oral structures.
• May treat diseases of nerve, pulp and other dental tissues affecting vitality of teeth.
• Writes prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications.
• Uses masks, gloves and safety glasses to protect themselves and their patients from infectious diseases.
• Uses air turbine and hand instruments, dental appliances and surgical implements.
• Supervises and plans workload of support staff.
• Formulates plan of treatment for patient's teeth and mouth tissue.
• Fills pulp chamber and canal with endodontic materials.
• Examines teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, and other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.
• Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth, gums and related oral structures, and provide preventive and corrective services.
• Designs, makes, and fits prosthodontic appliances such as space maintainers, bridges, and dentures, or write fabrication instructions or prescriptions for denturists and dental technicians.
• Advises and instructs patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, and oral health care services

Qualifications:

Doctorate or professional degree in dentistry from an accredited college or university AND One year of experience AND current Georgia license to practice dentistry.