Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Physician

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This role is for a Dentist providing comprehensive clinical and preventive oral healthcare services in a community health center setting. The dentist is responsible for diagnosing and treating dental conditions, performing procedures, educating patients on oral health, and supporting public health-focused dental care delivery. The position also includes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, supervision of dental staff when needed, and participation in program development and community outreach.

Dates / Schedule:

• Full-time role in a community health center dental clinic


• Schedule based on patient demand and clinic operations


• May require occasional travel between clinic sites and attendance at meetings, trainings, and conferences


• Must be available for emergency dental care and flexible scheduling as needed

Job Details / Responsibilities:

• Examine, diagnose, and treat patients oral and dental conditions


• Perform or direct dental procedures and refer patients to specialists when necessary


• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans


• Maintain accurate and complete dental records and documentation


• Educate patients on oral health, disease prevention, and treatment options


• Provide health education and technical assistance to the community as needed


• Participate in dental department committees, planning, and program development


• Support continuing education, staff training, and onboarding activities


• Ensure compliance with all clinical protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements


• Assist in integrating dental services with broader health center programs


• Supervise dental assistants and hygienists in the absence of the Dental Director


• Participate in recruitment, retention, and quality improvement initiatives


• Prepare reports and complete required documentation and referrals

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school


• Active and unrestricted California dental license


• DEA registration


• Completion of a general practice residency preferred


• Experience in community health or public health dentistry preferred


• Strong clinical knowledge of modern dentistry and primary oral care


• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex procedures clearly to patients


• Strong interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach


• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, multidisciplinary environment


• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills


• Ability to manage time, prioritize patients, and handle urgent/emergency cases


• Proficiency with computers and willingness to learn new dental software systems


• Ability to comply with regulatory, safety, and confidentiality standards


• Flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to travel as needed


• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred but not required

About ATC West

ATC West Healthcare Services has been a trusted healthcare staffing partner since 1990, delivering high-touch, relationship-driven clinical staffing solutions across California. We take a clinician-led approach to care delivery, ensuring alignment between providers and facilities to support both operational excellence and high-quality patient outcomes.
Our clinical programs are supported by our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Niral Shah, a practicing Surgical Critical Care physician who brings real-world clinical insight and physician-to-physician collaboration to every engagement. This ensures stronger alignment with medical leadership, improved patient care strategies, and meaningful provider support.



Why ATC West

• Clinician-led support model with direct access to a Chief Medical Officer


• Established reputation with over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience


• High-touch, partnership-driven approach to care delivery


• Focus on long-term clinical alignment, not transactional staffing

For more information, kindly contact:

Judy Murrin

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