Dentist Job Description Template

Job title

Dentist

Job summary

[Company name] is seeking a dependable dentist to join our team in [city, state]. In this role, you will examine teeth, gums and mouth, take and read dental X-rays and support our team’s commitment to safety, quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Examine teeth, gums and mouth
• Take and read dental X-rays
• Fill cavities and repair teeth
• Place crowns, bridges and implants
• Extract teeth
• Treat gum disease and infections
• Teach preventive care
• Follow company policies, safety procedures and applicable regulations

Required qualifications

• Doctoral or professional degree
• Current license or certification as required by [state]
• Working knowledge of restorative dentistry and oral diagnosis
• Manual dexterity and communication
• [Add role-specific requirements, such as driver’s license or ability to pass a background check, if job-related]

Preferred qualifications

• State dental license
• INBDE
• DEA registration
• Experience with dental handpieces

Skills

• Radiography
• Local anesthesia
• Extractions
• Practice management
• Leadership
• Calm reassurance

Work environment and schedule

Dentists work in private offices, group practices, clinics, hospitals and public health programs. Most work full-time, often four or five days a week, with some evening or Saturday hours.

Pay and benefits

$[min]–$[max] per [hour/year], depending on experience. [List benefits: health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, training and certification support.]

Equal opportunity

[Company name] is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law, and we provide reasonable accommodations upon request.