Pediatric Dentist

Pediatric Dentist – South East Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)

Location:

Juneau, AK

Position Type:
Full-Time

SEARHC is a non‑profit health consortium providing comprehensive healthcare services to residents of Southeast Alaska. This role joins the Children’s Dental Clinic, a modern facility equipped with the latest pediatric dental technology.

• Salary: $288,000 – $360,000 based on experience
• Sign‑On Bonus: $35,000
• Relocation Assistance: $25,000 (3‑year commitment)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with flexible spending options (FSAs)
• Basic life insurance, short & long‑term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital, identity, fraud protection, legal insurance, and pet insurance
• Pre‑tax CME allowance: $6,000 annually
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match, Roth and 457(b) options
• Generous paid time off: 33 days annually plus 10 CME days

• Clinic shifts: 4 shifts of 10 hours each week, no on‑call duties
• Traveling clinic: 6‑8 weeks per year serving small communities

• Nine chairs with private, closed operatories and nitrous oxide

• Digital radiography, Dentrix Enterprise software, and Dexis Radiography system

• Patient volume: 16–24 pediatric patients per day

• Treatment opportunities: minimally invasive dentistry, restorative procedures, and full‑mouth rehabilitation in the operating room

• Provide direct patient care to patients age 0–18 within the SEARHC Dental Program and Denali Kid Care (Alaska Medicaid for Children)
• Develop and promote oral health education and preventive care for children
• Advise general providers on pediatric oral health matters
• Submit required reports and documentation in a timely manner
• Provide care in remote villages as directed by the Dental Unit Chief of Pediatric Services
• Manage communication with apprehensive or uncooperative patients with patience and organizational skills
• Participate in village field trips and other community outreach activities
• Perform supervisory duties as required

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited program
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
• Active dental practice license in Alaska or another U.S. state (Alaska license renewal paid by SEARHC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association)
• Strong diagnostic and treatment skills; knowledge of evidence‑based dentistry and HIPAA regulations
• Ability to follow infection control guidelines and established protocols

• Occasional travel to remote villages by jet, ferry, or small aircraft
• Physically able to sit for extended periods, with dexterity in hands
• Work environment may be emotionally and physically challenging

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association