What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Dentist position at Prime Pediatric Dental Group?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Pediatric Dentist to join our dynamic dental team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for pediatric oral health, along with comprehensive expertise in providing specialized dental care to children and adolescents. As a Pediatric Dentist, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality dental treatments, ensuring patient comfort, and promoting positive oral health habits in young patients. Your role will involve collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to foster a welcoming environment that supports the unique needs of pediatric patients.
Duties
- Perform comprehensive dental examinations and assessments tailored to pediatric patients, utilizing appropriate medical and dental terminology.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that address dental caries, orthodontic needs, oral surgery, and other pediatric-specific conditions.
- Conduct dental procedures including restorations, extractions, root canal therapy, and placement of dental implants with precision and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Utilize advanced dental software such as Epic, Eaglesoft, or Dentrix for accurate medical documentation and management of patient records in compliance with HIPAA and state healthcare regulations.
- Apply infection control protocols and maintain sterilization standards to ensure patient safety during all procedures.
- Educate young patients and their guardians on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and treatment options to promote lifelong oral health habits.
- Collaborate with specialists in orthodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery to coordinate comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Maintain proficiency in medical imaging techniques and anatomy knowledge relevant to pediatric dentistry to facilitate accurate diagnosis.
- Ensure compliance with all healthcare diagnosis procedures while demonstrating excellent client communication skills to foster trust and comfort among young patients.
Requirements
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited institution with valid licensure to practice dentistry in the respective state.
- Specialized training or certification in Pediatric Dentistry is required; additional experience in general dentistry is highly valued.
- Demonstrated expertise in using dental practice management software such as Epic, Eaglesoft, or Dentrix.
- Proven experience working within a dental clinic environment with a focus on pediatrics and healthcare diagnosis.
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, infection control standards, and HIPAA regulations governing patient privacy.
- Proficiency in performing dental extractions, root canal therapy, orthodontics procedures including braces adjustments, and oral surgery techniques.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children and their families while maintaining professionalism and empathy.
- Familiarity with medical imaging technology and aseptic techniques necessary for safe practice.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in pediatric dentistry practices including updates on state healthcare regulations.
Join our team dedicated to transforming children's smiles through compassionate care, innovative treatments, and a commitment to excellence!
Work Location: In person
Salary : $194,292 - $311,895