Pediatric Dentist job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example pediatric dentist requirements on a job description
Pediatric dentist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in pediatric dentist job postings.
Sample pediatric dentist requirements
- DDS/DMD degree from an accredited program
- Licensure by state board of dentistry
- Certification in pediatric dentistry
- Knowledge of oral and dental health care
- Experience in pediatric dentistry
Sample required pediatric dentist soft skills
- Excellent communication and patient interaction skills
- High level of empathy and understanding for children
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team
- Ability to stay current with the latest developments in pediatric dentistry
Pediatric Dentist job description example 1
Seattle Children's Theatre pediatric dentist job description
Responsibilities
Provides pediatric dental care to examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums within Seattle Children's Dental Clinic and Operating rooms. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care. evaluate tooth and jaw development and growth. Provides clinical training and education to pediatric dentistry residents as an affiliate faculty member of the University of Washington, School of Dentistry.
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Requirements
Required Education/Experience: - DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) or DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) - Advanced training in a pediatric dentistry program accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on - Advanced Dental Education in Pediatric Dentistry - Board Certification in Pediatric Dentistry - Previous experience in hospital Pediatric Dentistry - Experience with medically compromised and developmentally delayed pediatric patients - Additional education and/or experience in education and/or research Required Credentials: - Licensed Dentist in the State of Washington - Prior to start of employment, must obtain, and maintain in good standing, Seattle Children's Hospital medical or allied health professional staff privileges that are not limited, revoked, suspended, conditioned, or probationary, except for normal probationary periods due to initial appointment. All medical and allied health professional staff members are provisional for the first year. - Any and all medical or allied health professional staff privileges at Children's will terminate automatically upon the termination of the individual's employment at Children's. Termination of employment does not prohibit the individual from seeking medical or allied health professional staff privileges at Children's as a non-employee in any category for which the individual qualifies. Questions regarding medical or allied health professional staff privileges may be directed to Medical Staff Services.
In accordance with new Washington law for healthcare workers, Seattle Children's requires that all staff be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on or before October 18, 2021, or before beginning employment for start dates after October 18th.
About Us
Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children's -- to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE
Our founding promise to the community is as valid today as it was over a century ago: we will care for all children in our region, regardless of the families' ability to pay. Together, we deliver superior patient care, advance new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and serve as the pediatric and adolescent, academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho - the largest region of any children's hospital in the country.
In 2020, U.S. News & World Report once again ranked Seattle Children's among the nation's best children's hospitals - for the 27th year in a row. We received national rankings in all 10 specialty areas evaluated by U.S. News & World Report, and are honored to be the only pediatric medical center in Washington to be ranked.
As a Magnet designated institution, and classified among America's best large employers by Forbes, we recognize the importance of hiring and developing great talent to provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve. Our organizational DNA takes form in our core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity and Innovation. Whether it's delivering frontline care to our patients in a kind and caring manner, practicing the highest standards of quality and safety, or being relentlessly curious as we work towards eradicating childhood diseases, these values are the fabric of our culture and community. The future starts here.
Covid-19 VaccinationIn accordance with Washington state law, Seattle Children's requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All offers are contingent and your vaccine status will be verified at onboarding.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Our community welcomes diverse experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our increasingly diverse patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The people who work at Seattle Children's are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves within this community, which cultivates and promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels.
Seattle Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.PDN-9780c669-a617-4786-92cc-e733134d5d24
Provides pediatric dental care to examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums within Seattle Children's Dental Clinic and Operating rooms. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care. evaluate tooth and jaw development and growth. Provides clinical training and education to pediatric dentistry residents as an affiliate faculty member of the University of Washington, School of Dentistry.
#LI-SK1
Requirements
Required Education/Experience: - DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) or DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) - Advanced training in a pediatric dentistry program accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on - Advanced Dental Education in Pediatric Dentistry - Board Certification in Pediatric Dentistry - Previous experience in hospital Pediatric Dentistry - Experience with medically compromised and developmentally delayed pediatric patients - Additional education and/or experience in education and/or research Required Credentials: - Licensed Dentist in the State of Washington - Prior to start of employment, must obtain, and maintain in good standing, Seattle Children's Hospital medical or allied health professional staff privileges that are not limited, revoked, suspended, conditioned, or probationary, except for normal probationary periods due to initial appointment. All medical and allied health professional staff members are provisional for the first year. - Any and all medical or allied health professional staff privileges at Children's will terminate automatically upon the termination of the individual's employment at Children's. Termination of employment does not prohibit the individual from seeking medical or allied health professional staff privileges at Children's as a non-employee in any category for which the individual qualifies. Questions regarding medical or allied health professional staff privileges may be directed to Medical Staff Services.
In accordance with new Washington law for healthcare workers, Seattle Children's requires that all staff be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on or before October 18, 2021, or before beginning employment for start dates after October 18th.
About Us
Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children's -- to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE
Our founding promise to the community is as valid today as it was over a century ago: we will care for all children in our region, regardless of the families' ability to pay. Together, we deliver superior patient care, advance new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and serve as the pediatric and adolescent, academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho - the largest region of any children's hospital in the country.
In 2020, U.S. News & World Report once again ranked Seattle Children's among the nation's best children's hospitals - for the 27th year in a row. We received national rankings in all 10 specialty areas evaluated by U.S. News & World Report, and are honored to be the only pediatric medical center in Washington to be ranked.
As a Magnet designated institution, and classified among America's best large employers by Forbes, we recognize the importance of hiring and developing great talent to provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve. Our organizational DNA takes form in our core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity and Innovation. Whether it's delivering frontline care to our patients in a kind and caring manner, practicing the highest standards of quality and safety, or being relentlessly curious as we work towards eradicating childhood diseases, these values are the fabric of our culture and community. The future starts here.
Covid-19 VaccinationIn accordance with Washington state law, Seattle Children's requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All offers are contingent and your vaccine status will be verified at onboarding.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Our community welcomes diverse experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our increasingly diverse patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The people who work at Seattle Children's are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves within this community, which cultivates and promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels.
Seattle Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.PDN-9780c669-a617-4786-92cc-e733134d5d24
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Pediatric Dentist job description example 2
Dental Care Alliance pediatric dentist job description
Family Dental Group is a 6 location group dental practice providing high quality dental care through the Hudson Valley in Brewster (1620 Route 22 and 1591 Route 22), Fishkill, Lake Katrine, Yonkers, and Yorktown Heights since 1980. We are also affiliated with Dentists' Office of the Hudson Valley in Lake Katrine and Saw Mill Dental in Yonkers. We seek to provide our patients affordable and professional care, in a family-friendly, patient-oriented environment. We cover essentially all specialty areas ensuring a full spectrum of care for our patients including general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry. We participate in most dental insurance plans.
We enjoy getting to know our patients and provide excellent dental care in a gentle and pleasant manner, with a healthy dose of fun whenever possible. Our general dentists and specialists focus on calming the fears many people experience when going to the dentist. Patient comfort, while providing the highest quality care, is our priority.
Included:
Strong patient referral system
Competitive and uncapped earning potential
Clinical autonomy to diagnose and treat patients
Patient Care centric practice
Modern facilities and equipment
Established business support allowing the providers to focus on patient care
Complete range of benefits for full-time employment
Qualifications:
DDS/DMD from an accredited Dental School
Certificate from an accredited US Pediatric Dental Residency Program
Active Dental License in the state of NY
At DCA we don't just accept differences - we celebrate them and recognize the value this brings to our patients and employees. DCA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees. We won't unlawfully discriminate on the basis of gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law.
The DCA team is best characterized by the relationships we have with our patients and each other. We embrace collaboration which is necessary to innovate in today's changing world of dentistry . Our culture encourages participation, diversity of thought, innovation, and strong execution.
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We enjoy getting to know our patients and provide excellent dental care in a gentle and pleasant manner, with a healthy dose of fun whenever possible. Our general dentists and specialists focus on calming the fears many people experience when going to the dentist. Patient comfort, while providing the highest quality care, is our priority.
Included:
Strong patient referral system
Competitive and uncapped earning potential
Clinical autonomy to diagnose and treat patients
Patient Care centric practice
Modern facilities and equipment
Established business support allowing the providers to focus on patient care
Complete range of benefits for full-time employment
Qualifications:
DDS/DMD from an accredited Dental School
Certificate from an accredited US Pediatric Dental Residency Program
Active Dental License in the state of NY
At DCA we don't just accept differences - we celebrate them and recognize the value this brings to our patients and employees. DCA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees. We won't unlawfully discriminate on the basis of gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law.
The DCA team is best characterized by the relationships we have with our patients and each other. We embrace collaboration which is necessary to innovate in today's changing world of dentistry . Our culture encourages participation, diversity of thought, innovation, and strong execution.
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Pediatric Dentist job description example 3
Benevis pediatric dentist job description
Work for a company that is truly making the world a happier place, one smile at a time! At Benevis, we create over a million smiles a year in the communities we serve and believe that every person deserves access to quality, affordable dental care. This mission drives everything we do! With over 3000 employees in offices across the country from clinical to support staff - we are united in our mission to create happy, healthy smiles through providing high quality dental care to underserved families in a fun, compassionate environment. Are you ready to join us in creating our next million smiles? We have JUST the opportunity for you.
We are actively seeking a Pediatric Dentist to join our growing team. Support our mission to provide excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences for children and young adults. Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients. Find your opportunity to make an impact:
Take care of your community while participating in activities to promote a positive image of the company!
Join in morning huddles (hey, you can even run one!), plan your day and let your team know how much you appreciate them, highlight great examples of customer focus, collaboration, meeting goals, etc.
Love working with kids (they make up 70% or more of our patient base)
Responsibilities:
Pediatric Dentists are responsible for providing dental services to patients with the support of their team. Our practice has:
DentaPro software
Digital x-ray and Panorex units
Fiber-optic handpieces
Partner with Dental Anesthesiologists on sedation cases
Specialized support staff for Specialists
Yearly OSHA and HIPPA and Emergency Management training
State insurance plans, PPO and out-of-network payor mix
Qualifications:
We expect you to have:
DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
Completed a Pediatric Residency accredited by the CDA
Current, valid license to practice dentistry in states where providing care or eligible for licensure
Other certifications as required - PALS/BLS, DEA, etc.
Nitrous Oxide certification (only LA, MS, DC, TX, MA)
Compassion and a strong desire to provide dental care to both children and young adults
What we offer:
Guaranteed daily rate OR a percentage of collections
No lab fees
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company match
Company paid malpractice insurance coverage
Multiple schedule options to help maintain a healthy work/life balance
We value teamwork, mutual respect and cooperation. We do not practice unlawful discrimination, including harassment or tolerate it in our workplace. What do we mean by discrimination? We mean that we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
We are actively seeking a Pediatric Dentist to join our growing team. Support our mission to provide excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences for children and young adults. Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients. Find your opportunity to make an impact:
Take care of your community while participating in activities to promote a positive image of the company!
Join in morning huddles (hey, you can even run one!), plan your day and let your team know how much you appreciate them, highlight great examples of customer focus, collaboration, meeting goals, etc.
Love working with kids (they make up 70% or more of our patient base)
Responsibilities:
Pediatric Dentists are responsible for providing dental services to patients with the support of their team. Our practice has:
DentaPro software
Digital x-ray and Panorex units
Fiber-optic handpieces
Partner with Dental Anesthesiologists on sedation cases
Specialized support staff for Specialists
Yearly OSHA and HIPPA and Emergency Management training
State insurance plans, PPO and out-of-network payor mix
Qualifications:
We expect you to have:
DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
Completed a Pediatric Residency accredited by the CDA
Current, valid license to practice dentistry in states where providing care or eligible for licensure
Other certifications as required - PALS/BLS, DEA, etc.
Nitrous Oxide certification (only LA, MS, DC, TX, MA)
Compassion and a strong desire to provide dental care to both children and young adults
What we offer:
Guaranteed daily rate OR a percentage of collections
No lab fees
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company match
Company paid malpractice insurance coverage
Multiple schedule options to help maintain a healthy work/life balance
We value teamwork, mutual respect and cooperation. We do not practice unlawful discrimination, including harassment or tolerate it in our workplace. What do we mean by discrimination? We mean that we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Updated March 14, 2024