Dentist- Part Time

As a part-time Dentist at Great Expressions Dental Centers, your primary responsibilities will include examining patients, diagnosing oral health issues, planning treatments, and performing various dental procedures. You'll also focus on patient education, providing them with comprehensive information to make informed decisions about their oral health.

To qualify for the part-time Dentist position at GEDC, candidates must have either a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from an accredited dental school and hold an active, unrestricted dental license. Proficiency in routine procedures and a strong commitment to patient care are also essential.

The part-time Dentist position at GEDC offers a unique blend of competitive compensation, career advancement opportunities through partnership pathways, and comprehensive employee benefits such as medical coverage and continuous education. Moreover, you’ll be joining a forward-thinking team dedicated to elevating dental care.

Part-time Dentists at Great Expressions Dental Centers will work in a supportive multi-provider practice focused on team collaboration. The practice environment emphasizes positive patient relationships, professional growth, and adherence to best practices ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction.

GEDC provides robust support for the professional development of part-time Dentists through regular mentorship sessions with clinical partners, opportunities for continued education, and training programs. This investment in your growth ensures you remain at the forefront of dental innovations and best practices.

In response to this question, you should outline specific experiences where you developed treatment plans for various cases, highlighting your ability to assess patient needs effectively and how you integrated their preferences into these plans.

Discuss your approach to patient interactions, including communication skills, empathy, and techniques you use to create a comfortable environment, such as explaining procedures clearly and addressing patient fears.

Be prepared to mention specific procedures, such as cleanings, fillings, and extractions, while also discussing your technique and the importance of patient-centered care during these procedures.

Explain your commitment to continuing education, attending webinars, workshops, and conferences, and how you apply new knowledge or techniques in your practice to improve patient care.

Provide a detailed example, focusing on the steps you took to assess the situation, the collaboration involved with staff and specialists, and the outcome, emphasizing problem-solving and patient care.

Emphasize your communication style, how you simplify complex information, and ensure that patients feel empowered to ask questions, enabling them to make informed decisions.

Discuss your adherence to protocols, the importance of maintaining a clean working environment, and how you educate your staff about best practices in infection control.

Share your passion for dental health and how the joy of helping patients achieve their best oral health motivates you, along with any personal experiences that reinforce this commitment.

Outline your conflict resolution skills, emphasizing your ability to listen, empathize with the patient's concerns, and work toward a satisfactory resolution while maintaining professionalism.

Discuss how collaboration is essential for providing high-quality care, sharing responsibilities harmoniously with staff, and the importance of communication in creating an efficient work environment.