Medicine Healthcare

Dentist

Related positions: Dentist, Dental Surgery Doctor (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Family Dentist, General Dentist, Pediatric Dentist

Overview

Dentists are professionals specialized in the treatment of dental and gum problems. Their tasks are to treat diseases, malformations of teeth and gums, and intervene in order to improve dental hygiene and help patients retain their teeth. They may fit dental appliances to provide preventative care.

According to onet, 81% of employed dentists own a doctoral degree, 13% have other degrees.

Common tasks 

    TaskRelated trait(s)
    Follow procedures to to protect patients and self from infectious diseases 
    Interpret laboratory tests and device necessary plans 
    Provide individuals counseling or teaching sessions on hygiene  Patient-Centered Empathy
    Coperating with health professionals and others Professional Integrity  Patient-Centered Empathy

    Soft skills measured by TraitForward

    TraitNo of QuestionsCronbach’s  alpha (α)
    Collaborative Excellence90.72
    Can they work constructively with team members, actively contribute to a positive work environment, and prioritize collective goals over individual recognition?
    Technical Comprehension50.74
    Can they grasp complex technical information, apply it appropriately in their practice, and communicate it clearly to patients with varying levels of understanding?
    Professional Integrity80.72
    Does the candidate consistently demonstrate ethical behavior, honesty, and reliability in their professional conduct and decision-making?
    Compassionate Patient Care80.81
    Can they demonstrate genuine empathy and concern for patients’ wellbeing while delivering effective dental care, even in challenging situations?
    Precision & Patient Safety90.73
    Can they demonstrate consistent attention to detail, follow established protocols, and take appropriate precautions to ensure patient safety in all aspects of dental practice?
    Patient Engagement Excellence40.73
    Can they effectively engage, educate, and inspire patients to actively participate in their dental health care plans?
    Patient-Centered Empathy60.74
    Can they genuinely understand and respond to patients’ emotions, concerns, and perspectives, adapting their approach based on individual patient needs?
    Clinical Precision50.72
    Can they maintain meticulous attention to detail and consistently follow established protocols in clinical procedures?
    *Cronbach’s alpha coefficient (α) determines the extent to which the questions consistently measure each trait and it is expressed as a number ranging between 0 and 1 . Higher values indicate higher agreement between questions.  A value of α equal to greater than .7 indicates acceptable reliability or internal consistency.  For more information on the psychometric properties of the solution, please click here.

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