Pediatric Dentist

Training Available on site for General Dentists!

Job Status: Full Time or Part Time

Department: Pediatric Dentistry

Reports To: Medical Director

Using a variety of specialized equipment is responsible for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of teeth and oral tissue problems of assigned patients.

• Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues to determine condition, using dental instruments, x-ray, and other diagnostic equipment.

• Formulates plan of treatment for patient's teeth and mouth tissue.
• Fills, extracts, and replaces teeth, using rotary and hand instruments, dental appliances, medications, and surgical implements.

• Applies fluoride and sealants to teeth.
• Treats exposure of pulp-by-pulp capping, removal of pulp from pulp chamber, or root canal, using dental instruments.

• Treats infected root canal and related tissues.
• Fills pulp chamber and canal with endodontic materials.
• Eliminates irritating margins of fillings and corrects occlusions, using dental instruments.
• Removes pathologic tissue or diseased tissue using surgical instruments.
• Restores natural color of teeth by bleaching, cleaning, and polishing.
• Analyzes and evaluates dental needs to determine changes and trends in patterns of dental disease.
• Counsels and advises patients and/or caregivers about growth and development of dental problems and preventive oral health care services.

• Fabricates or coordinates fabrication of prosthodontic appliances, such as space maintainers, bridges,dentures, and obturating appliances.

• Fits and adjusts prosthodontic appliances in patient's mouth.
• Produces and evaluates dental health educational materials.
• Plans, organizes, and maintains dental health programs.
• Provides emergency care and treatment as necessary.
• Participates as a member of the clinical staff on committees, etc. as assigned.
• Makes referrals as indicated by the assessed needs of the patient.
• Participates in the on-call schedule.
• Other related job duties as assigned.

• DDS or DMD from an accredited U.S./Canadian dental school.
• Board Certification in Pediatric Dentistry preferred.
• Passed national dental board exams (NBDE or INBDE) and NY requirements for general license.
• Prior experience working as a Dentist in an FQHC setting preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with calendar management and office software (e.g., Outlook, Google Suite).

• Maximum attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Positive, flexible disposition.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life coverage.
• Paid Time Off and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), NHSC Loan Repayment Program.
• 403(b) Retirement Plans with employer matching contribution.