Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Pediatric Dentist, where your expertise will transform young patients’ smiles and foster lifelong oral health. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive dental care tailored specifically to children and adolescents, ensuring a positive and comfortable experience for every patient. Your passion for pediatric dentistry, combined with your clinical skills, will help create a welcoming environment that promotes trust and confidence in our young patients and their families. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working within a collaborative and supportive team dedicated to excellence in dental care.
Duties
- Perform thorough dental examinations, including patient assessment and diagnosis, utilizing advanced medical imaging and dental terminology.
- Deliver a wide range of pediatric dental treatments such as dental cleanings, restorations, dental extractions, root canal therapy, and prosthodontics tailored to children’s needs.
- Conduct oral surgery procedures with aseptic technique and infection control protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Utilize electronic health record systems like Epic, Eaglesoft, or Dentrix to document medical records accurately while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and state healthcare regulations.
- Collaborate with patients’ families to explain diagnoses, treatment options, and post-treatment care using clear client communication skills.
- Administer sedation or anesthesiology services when necessary for complex procedures or anxious patients.
- Maintain high standards of infection control, sterilization procedures, and medical documentation throughout all clinical activities.
- Assist in dental fabrication processes such as crowns or orthodontic appliances when applicable.
- Stay current with advancements in pediatric dentistry, including dental implants, oral surgery techniques, endodontics, and orthodontics to provide the best possible care.
Requirements
- Valid state license to practice dentistry with specialization in pediatric dentistry.
- Proven experience in general dentistry with a focus on pediatric patients; prior dental clinic experience preferred.
- Proficiency in dental office software such as Epic, Eaglesoft, or Dentrix for efficient patient management.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy relevant to oral health, and infection control standards.
- Ability to perform dental extractions, root canal therapy, orthodontic procedures, and other advanced treatments confidently.
- Excellent client communication skills to educate young patients and their families effectively.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and state healthcare laws governing pediatric dental practices.
- Commitment to providing compassionate patient care while adhering to all safety protocols and medical guidelines.
Embark on a rewarding career dedicated to improving children’s oral health through expert care and compassionate service!
Pay: $1,000.00 - $1,600.00 per day
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
