General Dentist

Company: Knox County Health Department Tn
Location: Knoxville
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

*Job description*We are actively seeking a skilled **_ *General*__*Dentist*_* *to contribute to our team at the *Knox County Health Department*.We offer _*tuition reimbursement*_ and a _*competitive compensation package*_ that includes a generous paid sick and vacation leave policy, 13 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, employer paid basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance plans. Knox County also boasts a very rich retirement plan with a 6% match to start and is proud to offer paid maternity/paternity leave. This position may qualify you to apply for _*Public Service Loan Forgiveness*_.As an employer of choice in the region, we pride ourselves on creating a positive and _*healthy work environment*_ that prioritizes diversity and inclusion and fosters growth, workplace wellness, and _*professional development*_.*Purpose of Job*_To diagnose dental disease, injuries, malformations of the teeth and gums and provide essential dental services, including preventative, restorative, and emergency services to the community._*Essential Functions* _Reviews medical/dental history chart of assigned patient_ _Interviews, examines, and discusses exam findings with patient_ _Orders X-rays, if necessary, reviews x-rays_ _Informs patient of recommended treatment procedure, obtains patient consent for treatment_ _Administers appropriate pre-procedural medication, including topical anesthetic, through oral swabbing and/or injection_ _Completes recommended procedure _ _Provides appropriate post-procedural medication, if necessary_*Minimum Training & Qualifications* _Doctoral Degree in Dental Sciences required, with one (1) year of clinical practice experience in dentistry_ _Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered for employment into the position_ _Must possess and maintain a valid State of Tennessee dental license and unrestricted DEA registration/certification_ _Must obtain or possess a current CPR certification_Job Type: Full-timePay: $128,415.71 per yearBenefits:* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Professional development assistance* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Day shift* Monday to FridayWork Location: In personby Jobble

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