Bds Doctor

Role & responsibilities

Roles & Responsibilities BDS Dentist

1. Clinical Responsibilities

• Examine patients, diagnose basic dental conditions and prepare treatment plans.
• Perform general dental procedures within the doctor's area of competence.
• Take patient history and maintain proper clinical records.
• Coordinate with specialists for advanced or specialised treatments.
• Ensure proper follow-up of patients after treatment.
• Patient Management
• Explain treatment options, procedures and costs to patients in simple language.
• Counsel patients and address their basic concerns and queries.
• Maintain good communication and a professional relationship with patients.
• Follow up with patients for pending treatments and appointments.
• Non-Clinical Responsibilities
• Assist in patient coordination and day-to-day clinic operations.
• Make or support patient follow-up calls where required.
• Maintain treatment plans, records and other required reports.
• Coordinate with the front desk, assistants and other members of the clinical team.
• Support the clinic in improving patient experience and treatment acceptance.
• Clinic & Team Responsibilities
• Follow clinic protocols, SOPs and instructions.
• Maintain proper hygiene, sterilisation and clinical standards.
• Ensure proper use and care of dental equipment and materials.
• Work closely with senior doctors and the management team.
• Take up other reasonable clinical or non-clinical responsibilities assigned by the Organisation.

Key Expectations

Good clinical skills | Strong communication | Patient handling | Willingness to do non-clinical work | Teamwork | Professional conduct