General Practitioner Dentist

Job description / Role

• The General dentist should follow the PQR guidelines in his / her profession and adhere to code of practice and principles of dental ethics to ensure best interest of patient and comply with medico-legal system Non-invasive diagnostic procedures such radiographs, dental records, and others.
• The patient should be given the needed time to explain signs and symptoms, clarify all doubts before proceeding for any treatment
• The dentist is responsible for explaining the diagnosis, treatment plan, possible risks, complications of treatment or no treatment.
• Dentist is responsible to get necessary medical history and informed consent before carrying any dental examination or procedure.
• In case the patient needs medical clearance for underlying condition; he is the responsible to acquire needed approval from patient treating doctors before providing any services.
• In situations where a complication arises or difficulty which might compromise patient results on short or long term; the patient should be informed duly with alternative options before continuing the treatment.
• It is dentist responsibility to medicate the patient according to his diagnosis and evidence-based practice to avoid over medication and possible medico-legal responsibility.
• The dentist is responsible for practicing infection control and his team adherence to infection control and work safety measures.
• Stock management
• Reports to manager daily or weekly unusual events and practice related conflicts
• Governing patients’ record’s confidentiality
• Acquire all needed consents for patient recorded for marketing or development purposes
• Acquire necessary training as needed to utilize new technologies.
• Show dedication and self-motivation in updating his professional knowledge and skills by attending courses regularly.

Requirements

• Work experience as a Dentist
• In-depth understanding of dental hygiene
• Experience with dental equipment and tools
• Experience with surgeries and teeth extractions
• A pleasant and compassionate personality with the ability to make patients feel comfortable
• Attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) or similar degree that gives license to practice the dentist profession

About the Company

A leading holding company in UAE.