Pediatric Dentist

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Pediatric Dentist

Quick overview

Provide comprehensive primary and preventive dental care to children and families within a community health center. Responsibilities include performing examinations, developing treatment plans, and delivering clinical services such as restorative care and extractions.

Requirements summary

Requires a DDS or DMD from an accredited program and an active Florida dental license. BLS certification is required, and experience in pediatric care is strongly preferred.

postgraduate degreeHIPAA ComplianceElectronic Health RecordsPatient EducationTreatment PlanningInfection ControlExtractionsFluoride TreatmentsRestorative CareSealantsPediatric DentistryOral ExaminationsNitrous Oxide Administration

Job description

Dentist

Pediatric dentist

Location- New Port Richey, FL

General description

The Pediatric Dentist at Premier Community HealthCare Group (Premier) is a dental specialist who provides comprehensive oral health care for infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special health care needs in a community health center setting. The focus of this role is to deliver preventive, diagnostic, restorative, and therapeutic dental services for our pediatric population, including management of complex pediatric cases, behavior guidance, sedation dentistry, and care of patients with developmental, medical, or behavioral complexities, while supporting adult patient care as needed based on clinic operations and provider privileges

Essential duties & responsibilities
Provide dental care to children, adolescents, and family medicine patients in accordance with best practices
Perform comprehensive oral examinations, including diagnosis and interpretation of radiographs
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with a child-friendly, trauma-informed approach
Deliver clinical dental services including restorative care, extractions, sealants, fluoride treatments, nitrous oxide administration, and preventive care
Educate children and caregivers on oral hygiene, preventive care, nutrition, and treatment options
Create a positive, supportive experience for pediatric patients and their families
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
Follow all dental clinic policies, infection control standards, and regulatory guidelines
Collaborate with dental assistants, hygienists, and care team members to support efficient patient flow
Support community outreach, school-based programs, and pediatric oral health initiatives
Maintain confidentiality and ensure HIPAA compliance
Uphold Premier’s core values and commitment to quality, compassionate care
Participate in Quality Improvement / Quality Assurance (QI/QA) activities
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine Dentistry (DMD) degree from an accredited dental program