Specialist who supports the practices of an evidence-based group by being a clinical and non-clinical resource for the full scope of pediatric dentistry, including but not limited to the following: diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injury, malformations, and desired esthetic enhancements of teeth and gums, and related oral structures for infants and children through adolescents including patients with special health care needs. Provides preventative services to patient, such as applications of fluoride and sealants to teeth. Educates pediatric patients and/or guardians on preventative measures to promote overall oral wellness in an evidence-based group practice. As a clinical leader, provides direct and indirect mentoring, supervision and feedback to clinical staff. As a professional leader, provides high quality care and serves as a responsible steward of resources.

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*Successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

Required Skills:

Demonstrated ability to utilize evidence based dentistry to educate pediatric patients and/or guardians regarding preventive dental care, cause and treatment of dental issues and oral health services. Proven ability to coordinate, supervise, or manage the activities of others to accomplish goals. Understanding of principles and processes for providing patient services.

Required Experience:

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) and successful completion of a U.S. Pediatric Residency Program. 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).

Benefits:

Associate Dentists (and their dependents) are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, vision, alternative care, supplemental medical and life insurance. Additionally, employees are covered by AD&D coverage, voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance. PDA offers an industry-leading 401(k) plan, with a generous 7.5% Safe Harbor Employer contribution which is automatically contributed and vested immediately. Plus, an additional employer supplemental 401(k) contribution and an employer sponsored defined-benefit retirement program (cash balance). PDA Dentists enjoy four weeks of paid parental leave, two community service and wellness days per year, an annual benefit reimbursement pool, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, and award-winning Wellness Program.

About Permanente Dental Associates:

Our Northwest based multidisciplinary group practice, owned by dentists, offers professional camaraderie, clinical and leadership development opportunities, a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including an industry-leading employer-funded retirement program, and the opportunity to become part-owner in the group. Decisions are in the hands of dentists, for the dentists. Additionally, PDA offers guaranteed salary and bonus opportunities with the freedom to focus on your clinical practice without the pressure of selling dentistry.

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

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