Position

Associate Dentist (endodontist or prosthodontics )

Purpose of the Role

The Associate Dentist is responsible for delivering high-quality dental care while ensuring every patient has a comfortable and positive experience. Beyond clinical excellence, the role involves supporting the day-to-day operations of the clinic, maintaining clinical standards, mentoring the dental team, and contributing to the smooth functioning and growth of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

Diagnose and formulate comprehensive treatment plans.

Perform a wide range of dental procedures independently, including:

Restorative dentistry

Root canal treatments

Extractions

Crowns, bridges, and prosthetic procedures

Pediatric dental procedures

Preventive and cosmetic dentistry

Emergency dental care

Refer complex cases appropriately while coordinating multidisciplinary treatment when required.

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and treatment records.

Follow evidence-based treatment protocols and infection control standards.

Communicate treatment options clearly and ethically with patients and caregivers.

Patient Experience

Create a welcoming and anxiety-free setting for patients.

Build trust through empathy, professionalism, and effective communication.

Ensure patients understand treatment plans, preventive care, and follow-up instructions.

Strive for high patient satisfaction and long-term relationships.

Clinic Administration

Assist in the daily operations of the clinic.





Ensure appointment schedules run efficiently.

Coordinate with reception, dental assistants, and laboratory partners.

Monitor availability of instruments, materials, and consumables.

Help maintain clinical inventory and minimize wastage.

Ensure operatories are maintained according to clinic standards.

Team Leadership

Guide and support dental assistants during procedures.

Ensure clinical protocols and SOPs are consistently followed.

Participate in team meetings, case discussions, and continuous learning programs.

Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and respect.

Quality & Compliance

Adhere to sterilization and infection control protocols.

Maintain patient confidentiality and ethical standards.

Ensure compliance with regulatory and clinic guidelines.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits.

Skills & Competencies

Strong clinical knowledge across general dentistry.

Excellent diagnostic and treatment planning skills.

Confident in handling dental emergencies.

Strong communication and patient counseling abilities.

Leadership and team management skills.

Good organizational and administrative abilities.

Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Willingness to learn, adapt, and continuously improve.

Qualifications

MDS (endodontics )

Valid Dental Council registration.

Prior clinical experience is preferred.

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Associate Dentist (India)
🏢 PNG Healthcare
📍 India