Dentist

Job Title: Dentist (DDS/DMD)
Location: Lafayette, IN (Onsite)
Job Type: Part-Time (8 Hours/Week)
Duration: Contract

Job Description

We are seeking a dentist to provide comprehensive dental care in a long-term care setting. This role involves treating adult and geriatric patients, conducting oral health assessments, performing restorative procedures, and collaborating with healthcare staff to ensure high-quality patient care. The position requires 8 hours per week, which can be worked as one full day or two partial days.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive oral examinations and evaluate patient dental health.
• Interpret portable dental radiographs.
• Develop individualized oral care plans.
• Perform cleanings, fluoride treatments, fillings, crowns, extractions, denture repairs, and relines.
• Diagnose and treat periodontal disease and other age-related oral health conditions.
• Prescribe medications such as antibiotics and analgesics when appropriate.
• Coordinate patient care with physicians and nursing staff.
• Educate caregivers on proper daily oral hygiene techniques for elderly patients.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Follow all infection prevention and regulatory compliance standards.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from an accredited institution.
• Current unrestricted Indiana Dental License.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in general dentistry, including:
  • Oral examinations
  • Cleanings
  • Fillings
  • Crowns
  • Extractions
  • Dentures
• Minimum 2+ years of experience treating geriatric patients and age-related oral health conditions.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience following CDC and OSHA infection control guidelines.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, HIPAA, CMS, and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with dental implants and prosthodontics.
• Experience providing care in long-term care, military, VA, or federally qualified health center (FQHC) environments.
• Experience treating patients with cognitive or physical disabilities.
• Experience with sedation dentistry.

Additional Information

• Schedule: 8 hours per week (1 full day or 2 partial days)
• Work Location: Onsite in Lafayette, IN
• Interview Process: Phone followed by In-Person