General Dentist - Italy
Location: Aviano AB, Aviano
Job Type: Federal
Company: Decypher
Category: Medical Services
Job Description Apply Now
Join Decypher and make a direct impact on the health and readiness of Americas service members, veterans, and their families. Since 2008 Decypher has offered healthcare industry professionals careers where their expertise is valued, and their work makes a meaningful impact. Decypher partners with the Defense Health Agency to deliver professional services, technology, and management solutions. Our mission is to provide and support quality care for our veterans, servicemembers and their families, across the United States.
Job Summary: Dentist will provide comprehensive dental care by performing exams, diagnoses, treatment planning, and a full range of preventive and restorative procedures while ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards. Collaborate with the clinical team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, educate patients on oral health, and maintain accurate documentation and ongoing professional development.
Required Qualifications:
- Education:
- Doctor of Medical in Dentistry (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS).
- Graduate from an accredited dental school approved by the CODA of the ADA.
- Specialty Dentist must be a graduate of a dental specialty training program that is accredited by the CODA of the ADA or an accepted equivalent program.
- Dental specialists shall have a certificate of training in their specialty area from an ADA-accredited residency training program.
- Certifications:
- AHA/ARC BLS.
- DEA registration #.
- 10 Digit NPI #.
- Board eligible or board certified as required in the TO.
- Certified in Radiography
- License:
- License to practice as a dentist.
- Experience:
- Employed for at least one (1) year on a full-time basis in the practice of dentistry or be a recent (1-year) graduate of an accredited, post- graduate dentistry training program.
U.S. Citizenship is required
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatment planning for patients of all ages.
- Provide routine and preventive dental services, including but not limited to:
- Dental cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants
- Fillings, crowns, bridges, and basic restorations
- Simple extractions and minor oral surgical procedures
- Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth, gums, jaws, and oral structures.
- Evaluate dental radiographs and other diagnostic tests to determine appropriate care.
- Prescribe medications, including antibiotics and pain management drugs, in accordance with DEA regulations and state laws.
- Educate patients on oral health, preventive care, treatment options, and post-procedure instructions.
- Discuss risks, benefits, and alternatives of proposed treatments to support informed consent.
- Refer patients to dental specialists (e.g., orthodontics, oral surgery, endodontics) when advanced or specialty care is required.
- Manage follow-up appointments and ongoing dental maintenance plans.
- Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing dental practice.
- Adhere to infection control, sterilization, radiation safety, and OSHA standards.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all patient encounters in the dental record.
- Maintain active dental licensure, certifications, DEA registration, and NPI number.
- Work collaboratively with dental hygienists, dental assistants, and administrative staff to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Provide clinical supervision and guidance to auxiliary dental personnel as appropriate.
- Participate in clinical team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and peer review activities.
- Stay current with advances in dentistry through continuing education and professional development.
- Maintain board eligibility or board certification, when required by the Terms of Occupation (TO).
- Uphold ethical and professional standards set forth by the ADA and state dental board.
- Support efficient clinic operations by managing schedules, treatment flow, and patient volume effectively.
- Assist with maintaining dental equipment, supplies, and compliance with radiography certification requirements.
- Contribute to a safe, respectful, and patient-centered clinical environment.
Work Environment & Schedule: Onsite, Mon.-Fri., 8:30am 5:00pm
Work location Aviano or Vincenza, Italy
Decypher is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce (M/F/D/V)