Associate Periodontist Portland MetroSalem

About Permanente Dental Group:

We are dedicated to transforming lives through evidence-based dental care. We are a Northwest-based dentist-owned group practice that empowers our clinicians to make decisions that prioritize patient health and well-being. As part of our supportive and collaborative environment we encourage growth leadership and the opportunity to become a part-owner in our group practice.

What We Offer:

• Leadership Opportunities: As a clinical leader you will mentor and guide other professionals while maintaining a focus on high-quality patient care.
• Ownership Potential: We are a dentist-owned group meaning decisions are made by the people who understand the practice best. The opportunity to become a part-owner allows you to directly contribute to the future of our practice.
• Work-Life Balance: With a 2-day work week youll enjoy more time to focus on both your professional and personal life.
• Unparalleled Benefits:
  • Industry-leading retirement plan including a defined-benefit (cash balance) and 401(k) with 7.5% employer contribution
  • Paid Parental Leave (up to 4 weeks)
  • Two community service and wellness days per year annual benefit reimbursement and an award-winning Wellness Program
  • Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance options (for dentists and dependents) as well as alternative care life insurance and AD&D coverage
  • Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Dependent Care FSA
• Professional Development: We are committed to continuous learning offering both clinical and leadership development opportunities to support your growth.

Position Overview:

As a Periodontist with Permanente Dental Group you will support the practices of an evidence-based group by being a clinical and non-clinical resource for the full scope of periodontics. In this role you will:

• Prevent diagnose and treat diseases of the supporting and surrounding tissues of the teeth and their substitutes including the placement of dental implants.

• Maintain and restore the health function and esthetics of periodontal structures and tissues.

• Educate patients on evidence-based preventive measures to support long-term periodontal and overall oral wellness.

• As a clinical leader provide direct and indirect mentoring supervision and feedback to clinical staff.

• As a professional leader provide high-quality care and serve as a responsible steward of resources.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) and successful completion of a U.S. residency training program in Periodontics.
• Must meet the Oregon Board of Dentistry (OBD) requirements for surgically placing implants in effect Jan. 1 2024.
• Minimum qualifications include an applicable State License with specialty noted (if required by state). Washington and Oregon providers must have a valid DEA number and current CPR certification.
• Oregon providers must also have at least a Nitrous Permit (Permit required within 60 days of hire).
• Demonstrated ability to use evidence-based dentistry to educate patients on periodontal disease prevention and the causes and treatment of oral health conditions.
• Proven ability to coordinate supervise or manage the activities of others to accomplish goals.
• Understanding of principles and processes for providing patient services.

Please visit here to view the full job description: candidates will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

Why Permanente Dental Group

Our Mission: Better lives through total health starting with the smile.

Our Vision: To be the leading dental group through total health for patients the people who care for them and the communities we serve.

If you are a dedicated and skilled dentist looking to grow professionally and personally in a supportive and empowering environment we want to hear from you!