About this position
Job Description
Job Description
We're Hiring: Dentist
Are you a passionate dentist looking to make a real difference in your community?
HealthFirst Bluegrass is seeking a dedicated Dentist / Clinical Dental Lead to provide exceptional patient care while helping lead and mentor our dental team.
✅ Provide comprehensive dental care
✅ Lead and support clinical staff
✅ Educate patients and promote oral health
✅ Help improve access to quality community healthcare
✅ Work alongside a mission-driven team
Clinical Care
- Perform comprehensive dental examinations utilizing X-rays, diagnostic instruments, and clinical assessments.
- Document findings and treatment plans accurately and timely in patient dental records.
- Diagnose and treat dental diseases and conditions.
- Restore teeth through appropriate preventive and restorative procedures.
- Extract diseased or problematic teeth or refer patients for specialized care when necessary.
- Treat diseases of the teeth, gums, and oral cavity through medication, procedures, or surgery.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and maintaining optimal dental health.
- Participate in community outreach and oral health education activities.
- Provide clinical oversight and supervision to dental staff.
- Assist in recruiting, interviewing, training, and evaluating dental team members.
- Communicate regularly with the Chief Dental Officer regarding staff performance and clinical competency.
- Promote a collaborative, positive, and patient-focused team environment.
- Participate in medical staff meetings, committees, and departmental conferences.
- Coordinate purchasing of dental equipment and supplies.
- Support day-to-day operations and administrative functions of the dental program.
- Assist with performance management and staff development initiatives as needed.
Requirements:
- DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
- Active Kentucky Dental License
- Current DEA Registration
- BLS/CPR Certification
If you're committed to delivering compassionate care and advancing oral health in our community, we'd love to hear from you!
Location and commute
Lexington, KY 40503.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3239561222.