General Dentist - Scotia, CA

Compensation: $185,000 - $225,000 per year

Bonus: 

• $50,000 signing bonus

• Moving/Relocation package

• Productivity bonuses

Nexus HR is looking for an experienced dentist for a federally qualified health center that provides Behavioral Health, Dental, and Medical services located in Humboldt County, a beautiful part of Northern California, and assisting us in continuing to provide a strong commitment to long-term care for the whole family.

About the Job

The General Dentist  helps people establish improved oral hygiene practices while also diagnosing and treating dental problems. To maintain the health of the teeth and mouth, they do procedures including extractions and surgeries, clean teeth, fix bite problems, and other tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Discuss with patients the best dental healthcare options.

• Discuss and educate patients on best oral care practices.

• Examine patients’ teeth and oral cavities, diagnose and recommend procedures as needed.

• Document and maintain accurate records of a patient's dental health history.

• Operate dental equipment as needed.

• Perform tooth extractions and other basic dental procedures such as filling cavities.

• Perform root canals and other more complex dental procedures.

• Refer patients to appropriate specialists as needed.

• Perform root canals, including molar root canals

Qualifications:

• Doctorate in dental medicine or dental surgery

• At least 2-year experience in dentistry or GPR

• Dental License

• DEA license without restriction

• Licensed to practice in California

• Comfortable treating patients of all ages

• Active participation in continued medical education and membership to a professional organization is highly preferred

• Able to work on-site full-time

• Authorized to work in the US

Benefits:

• Company-paid professional liability insurance 

• Continuing education reimbursements

• Medical Insurance 

• Dental Plan 

• Life Insurance 

• Vision Insurance 

• Short Term Disability (state-provided) 

• 5 Paid sick days, 11 paid holidays, 3 weeks of paid vacation

• Eligible to apply for student loan repayment with the federal government