union city, CA30+ days ago
Major Areas of Responsibility include but are not limited to: Dental Care Delivery Direct supervision of dental residents or students providing patient care Provide direct patient care as required Treat oral diseases and confer with physicians regarding medical/dental problems Assign patients to plaque control or other educational programs Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatment Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, or malformations of teeth, gums, or related oral structures and provide preventive or corrective services. Patient Experience Use masks, gloves, and safety glasses to protect patients and self from infectious diseases Advise or instruct patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, or oral health care services Refer patients for general and specialty dental care or medical consultation as required.