Pediatric Dentist (Part Time)

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Hunter Health provides all-encompassing care for the Wichita community,

including medical, dental, behavioral, vision, laboratory, radiology and

pharmacy services, all in one place. We pride ourselves in providing the

support patients need to take control of their health and their whole

wellbeing. Our Hunter Health team is at the heart of our operations.

From the initial interaction with a new patient to empowering

individuals with the knowledge to manage their health - it begins with

each member of our staff. Regardless of role or responsibility, every

team member is a valuable part of living our mission and upholding our

positive work environment with our Standards of Culture.

We exist to improve the health and wellbeing of *everyone* in our

community.

• Summary:** The Pediatric Dentist is responsible for the direct
  
  

provision of high-quality, patient-centered dental care with an emphasis

on pediatric populations, prevention, and early intervention. This role

supports an integrated care model with pediatric medical services and is

critical in expanding access for underserved and Medicaid populations.

The Pediatric Dentist contributes to improved health outcomes through

evidence-based clinical practices, patient education, and

interdisciplinary collaboration. The Pediatric Dentist supports the

Chief Clinical Officer and Dental Operations Manager by providing

quality dental care to all Hunter Health Clinic (HHC) patients while

maintaining compliance with all federal and state requirements, grants,

HRSA, IHS, CDC, HIPAA, Dental Board, and HHC policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Provides comprehensive dental care to pediatric patients, including
  
  

infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special healthcare

needs.

• Utilizes behavior management techniques and communication
  
  

appropriate for pediatric populations with varying levels of dental

anxiety or medical/developmental complexity to ensure cooperation

and safety in order to provide effective and compassionate care.

• Assesses and manages patients requiring sedation and/or coordinates
  
  

referrals for advanced behavior guidance or anesthesia when

appropriate.

• Delivers preventive and restorative services aligned with pediatric
  
  

clinical guidelines and risk-based care models by prioritizing needs

and providi9ng risk-based treatment plans.

• Educates patients and staff on oral health-related conditions and
  
  

the general promotion of oral disease prevention.

• Collaborates closely with pediatric medical providers to support
  
  

integrated care, including screenings, referrals, and shared care

planning.

• Supports caregiver education on oral health, disease prevention, and
  
  

the oral-systemic health connection in children.

• Collaborates with dental team to ensure appropriate dental or oral
  
  

treatment by referring individuals for specialty consultation or

treatment in conformance with approved clinical privileges and all

clinical procedures and guidelines.

• Ensures proper utilization of dental assistants and support staff to
  
  

ensure efficient and adequate patient flow while delivering quality

dental care to all patients.

• Records patient-dentist encounters as they occur in the patients
  
  

dental record in accordance with the organizational standard and the

standard of care.

• Assures adequate supervision and training to the dental hygienist,
  
  

dental students, and dental assistant staff.

• Meets productivity and quality metrics as required per grant program
  
  

guidelines.

• Collaborate with all HHC clinical staff and departments to ensure
  
  

holistic and integrative care approach.

• Provides dental education and technical assistance to the community
  
  

as request d.

• Travels when necessary to meet operational needs.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
  
  

Physical And Mental Demands Of The Job

All employees, including those who become disabled, must be able to

perform the essential job function listed below, either unaided or with

the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. The functions listed below

are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may

be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not

exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a

logical assignment to the position. This document does not constitute an

employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to

change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of

the job change.

Talking: The ability to speak clearly and effectively.

Average Hearing: The ability to hear average conversations and respond

accordingly.

Repetitive Motion: The ability to sit, stand, walk and use hands to

handle, feel and reach.

Finger Dexterity: The ability to use fingers to make small movements

such as typing, picking up objects and pinching fingers together.

Average Visual Abilities: The ability to focus on items clearly,

including close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.