What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locum Pediatric Dentist position at CrowdPlat?
Job Description
A pediatric dentist's job involves providing specialized dental care for infants, children, and teens, focusing on preventive treatments (cleanings, fluoride, sealants), diagnosing and treating decay/injuries (fillings, extractions, crowns), interceptive orthodontics, managing dental anxiety, and educating parents/kids on oral hygiene, often using sedation or general anesthesia for complex cases. They monitor growth, handle emergencies, and tailor care in a child-friendly environment, requiring patience and strong communication.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preventive Care: Exams, cleanings, fluoride, sealants, diet/habit counseling (thumb-sucking).
- Restorative Care: Fillings, crowns, pulp therapy, extractions.
- Early Orthodontics: Monitoring jaw/tooth growth, interceptive treatments for bite issues.
- Emergency Care: Treating trauma, infections, and pain.
- Sedation/Anesthesia: Administering minimal, moderate, or deep sedation/general anesthesia as needed.
- Patient & Parent Education: Teaching proper brushing, flossing, and nutrition.
- Anxiety Management: Creating a positive, comfortable environment for anxious kids.
- Collaboration: Working with other healthcare providers.
- Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate patient histories and treatment plans.
Essential Skills:
- Patience, empathy, and excellent communication.
- Ability to handle fear and build trust with children.
- Knowledge of child development and behavior management.
- Proficiency with pediatric dental equipment and techniques.
Board certification required
DDS required
no malpractice issues.