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Sarasota, Florida

Dentist

DentalFull-Time

Compensation

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
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Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: Sally and Sam Shapiro Babies and Children's Center - Sarasota, FL, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Health Care, CenterPlace Health believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to highlight the primary duties, qualifications, and scope of the position, but not limit the incumbent nor the Company to only the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her full capabilities wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors. Summary: The Dental Provider (Dentist) responsible for providing preventive, restorative, prosthetic and minor surgical dental services for all CenterPlace Health Dental practices. The Dental Program is under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer or his/her designee. This individual should be licensed to practice dentistry in the State of Florida and keep the license current. The General Dentist shall be responsible for maintaining current dental, diagnostic, and therapeutic judgement. High moral character, ethics, and conduct are compulsory. S/he is expected to supervise, support and mentor dental assistants, novice dentists, and students, as reasonable, considering the provider’s training and capabilities. This position involves some risk exposure to blood borne pathogens. Pediatric experience is strongly preferred. Essential Functions: Patient Management: Provides direct dental services Performs general dentistry in each clinic as scheduled to include dental examinations, diagnosis and treatment as indicated on eligible clients. Formulates plan of treatment for patients’ teeth mouth issue(s). Utilizes preventive and restorative treatment measures as first option when appropriate, in line with standards of good dental practice. Maintains detailed, accurate and complete comprehensive client records at all times, according to guidelines Refers clients for medical or specialized dental treatment and/or diagnosis of related problems as is appropriate. Operates proficiently various types of dental instruments and equipment using proper technique according to established dental practice, OSHA standards and CPH guidelines. Applies fluoride or sealants to teeth. Write prescriptions for antibiotics or other medications. Analyze or evaluate dental needs to define changes or trends in patterns of dental disease. Patient Education: Advise or instruct patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes treatment of dental problems, or oral health care services Produce or evaluate dental health educational materials. Dental Electronic Health Record (EHR): Accurately and efficiently enters documentation into the EHR. Ensures all EHR documentation is completed accurately and timely. Cosigns charts as required in a timely fashion. QI/QA Actively participates in quality improvement projects. Participates in ongoing peer review of dental records, and actively participates in committee assignments, and QA/QI activities. Participates Continuing Dental Education activities. Assists in identification, evaluation, and intervention of quality issues in the dental setting. Leadership Maintains ethical and professional standards deemed appropriate by peers. Supervises team activities. Provides super

  • vision, education, and direct assistance when appropriate and as reasonable, considering the provider’s training and capabilities. Assists with management of patient flow to assure effective and efficient care is provided to all patients Other: Appropriately applies patient evaluation and management processes to clinical situations. Always maintains use of universal precautions. Completes Daily/Day end activities as assigned. Completes all required training and attends meetings, as assigned. Protects/observes patient confidentiality per policies and procedures. Recognizes and responds appropriately to violent/abusive situations, bomb threats, fire, and emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications

(Experience/Skills/Abilities/Education/Certifications): DDS or DMD Graduation from an accredited school of dentistry and completion of approved dental residency. Pediatric experience is strongly preferred. Current with and continuous maintenance of all required CME credits. Has a minimum of 2 years clinical experience or equivalent working in a dental practice Current license to practice dentistry in the State of Florida Able to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of care to patients Excellent communication skills Friendly and professional demeanor Technical Skills Knowledge of proper, safe, efficient usage of current equipment/software. Knowledge and ability to use Office 365 programs including Outlook and Word Please note this position requires a background check to be completed. For details, please follow the link below: FL Clearinghouse | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS): DDS or DMD Graduation from an accredited school of dentistry and completion of approved dental residency. Current with and continuous maintenance of all required CME credits. Has a minimum of 2 years clinical experience or equivalent working in a dental practice Current license to practice dentistry in the State of Florida Able to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of care to patients Excellent communication skills

  • Friendly and professional demeanor Technical Skills Knowledge of proper, safe, efficient usage of current equipment/software. Knowledge and ability to use Office 365 programs including Outlook and Word

Key Responsibilities

The dentist is responsible for providing comprehensive preventive, restorative, and minor surgical dental services to patients at CenterPlace Health clinics. They also supervise dental staff, maintain accurate electronic health records, and participate in quality improvement and peer review activities.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school and possess a current license to practice dentistry in Florida. A minimum of two years of clinical experience is required, with a strong preference for those with pediatric dentistry experience.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Restorative dentistryTreatment planningClinical supervisionFluoride applicationSealant applicationDental radiography

Dentistry Career Context

Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% have no call, 86% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Sarasota

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$438k
Typical market rent
$2,175/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Hospitals and Health Care
Sarasota , FL
11-50 employees