Traveling Associate Dentist

Job Description

Job DescriptionTraveling Associate Dentist Overview

The Traveling Associate Dentist plays a vital role in delivering dental care to both children and adults across various locations, with a focus on providing affordable, high-quality services to communities in need. Key responsibilities include patient treatment, adherence to regulations, and collaboration within a supportive team environment that utilizes advanced dental technology. Benefits encompass travel expense reimbursement, competitive pay, opportunities for continuing education, and professional growth.

Company Mission

Join an organization dedicated to enhancing lives through smiles! We are committed to creating over a million smiles annually in the communities we serve, believing that everyone deserves access to quality, affordable dental care. This mission fuels our efforts! With a workforce of over 3,000 across the nation, from clinical to administrative roles, we are united in our goal of fostering happy, healthy smiles for underserved families in a compassionate and enjoyable setting. Are you ready to help us achieve our next million smiles? We have the perfect opportunity for you!

Position Summary

We are currently looking for a Traveling Associate Dentist to become part of our expanding team. Contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and unforgettable experiences for both children and adults. Join a team that values collaboration and genuinely cares for its patients. Here’s how you can make a difference:

• Engage with your community while participating in initiatives that enhance the company’s positive image!
• Participate in morning meetings (you can even lead one!), organize your day, express appreciation to your team, and highlight outstanding examples of customer service, teamwork, and goal achievement.
• Enjoy working with children, who represent 70% or more of our patient demographic.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver dental services to patients with the support of your team.
• Uphold the highest standards of integrity by complying with all regulatory requirements, company policies, and compliance programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Practice Features

• DentaPro software for efficient practice management.
• Digital x-ray and Panorex systems.
• Fiber-optic handpieces for enhanced patient care.
• Annual training in OSHA, HIPAA, and Emergency Management.
• Team structure: 1 hygienist, 1 hygiene assistant, and 2 dental assistants per provider.
• Patient demographics: primarily ages 3-21, with up to 30% adult patients depending on location.
• Office flow: an average of 10-12 operative patients and 20-25 hygiene patients.
• Insurance mix includes state plans, PPO, and out-of-network payors.

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who possess:

• A DDS/DMD degree from a dental program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
• A current, valid dental license in the states where care will be provided or eligibility for licensure.
• Required certifications, including CPR and DEA.
• Nitrous Oxide certification (applicable in LA, MS, DC, TX, MA).
• A compassionate nature and a strong commitment to providing dental care to both children and adults.
• A willingness to travel to various offices, including New Orleans-Gentilly, New Orleans-Metairie, New Orleans-Gretna, Baton Rouge, and Hattiesburg/Biloxi, MS.

What We Offer

This position provides:

• Additional earnings each week for traveling to different offices within your area, with all expenses covered (hotel, mileage, meals).
• Opportunities for growth and development through mentorship and collaboration.
• Attractive sign-on bonuses and student loan repayment assistance of up to $1,000/month for specific locations.

Additional Benefits

• Guaranteed biweekly salary during the ramp-up period or a percentage of collections.
• No lab fees.
• Full-time providers can access Medical/Dental/Vision insurance plans, HSA/FSA options.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, along with basic life insurance, covered by the organization.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Company-paid malpractice insurance coverage.
• Paid holidays and time off.
• Reimbursement for continuing education expenses.
• Continuing education opportunities through an ADA-accredited program.
• Reimbursement for licenses, certifications, and professional dues, including memberships in relevant organizations.
• Flexible scheduling options to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Visa and Green Card sponsorship available.

We prioritize teamwork, mutual respect, and collaboration. Our organization does not engage in unlawful discrimination, including harassment, and we maintain a workplace free from such practices. Discrimination, in this context, refers to any bias based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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