We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused Lead General Dentist to provide high-quality dental care while supporting clinical coordination, team collaboration, and consistent standards of treatment. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound clinical judgment, effective leadership, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient comfort, safety, and ethical care.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive examinations, diagnoses, treatment planning, and general dental procedures.
- Provide preventive, restorative, and emergency dental care within the scope of licensure.
- Review medical and dental histories and maintain accurate, timely patient records.
- Explain diagnoses, treatment options, procedures, risks, and aftercare instructions clearly to patients.
- Lead and support the clinical team in delivering care that follows current clinical standards, safety requirements, and applicable regulations.
- Coordinate with dental assistants, hygienists, laboratory personnel, and other team members to support efficient patient care and accurate, well-fitting restorations and prosthetic treatments.
- Provide clinical guidance, support team communication, and encourage consistent adherence to established procedures.
- Monitor treatment outcomes and arrange appropriate follow-up care.
- Support quality-improvement activities, continuing education, and the adoption of effective clinical practices.
- Maintain a clean, organized, professional, and patient-focused treatment environment.
- Protect patient confidentiality and promote a respectful, collaborative workplace.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from an accredited program.
- Current authorization to practice dentistry in the applicable jurisdiction.
- Strong knowledge of general dentistry, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative care, and infection control.
- Demonstrated ability to guide or lead a dental team effectively.
- Excellent communication, patient-care, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail, clinical judgment, organizational ability, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with clinical and dental laboratory team members.
- Commitment to ethical practice, patient confidentiality, regulatory compliance, and high-quality care.