Graduated from an accredited dental program (DDS or DMD)
Licensed to practice dentistry in Virginia with DEA certification
Knowledgeable in infection control and universal precautions
Skilled in comprehensive pediatric dentistry
Preferred completion of Pediatric Dentist Residency
Board Certified in Pediatric Dentistry preferred
Spanish language skills preferred
Responsibilities
Perform routine and comprehensive oral examinations using X-ray as needed
Make diagnoses and develop treatment plans
Conduct emergency evaluations and treatments
Provide oral health education to patients and families
Perform prophylactic and restorative dental work using nitrous oxide when indicated
Prescribe medications as necessary
Refer patients when needed and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team
Supervise onsite dental team members including hygienists and dental assistants
Document patient care in electronic health record
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to organizational policies
Provide constructive feedback to improve quality and safety
Engage with community partners to promote Neighborhood Health's mission
Benefits
Access to comprehensive healthcare services for underserved populations
Opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization focused on health equity
Collaborative work environment with a multidisciplinary team
Involvement in community engagement and health education efforts
Participation in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care
Full Job Description
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: The Pediatric Dentist is responsible for providing high quality dental care Neighborhood Health primarily to patients under 18 as part of a multidisciplinary team. A commitment to Neighborhood Health's mission and patient population is important.
DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES: (Essential Functions: Duties and responsibilities noted with bullets are considered to be the essential functions of the job).
Performs routine and comprehensive oral examinations, using X-ray as required
Makes diagnoses and develops treatment plans
Perform emergency evaluations and treatments
Provide oral health education
Performs prophylactic and restorative dental work as necessary, with the use of nitrous oxide as indicated
Prescribes medications as necessary
Makes referrals when necessary
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team including medical and behavioral health providers
Supervises onsite dental team members including hygienists and dental assistants
Documents in electronic health record
Participates in quality improvement initiatives
Adheres to Neighborhood Health policies and procedures
Provides feedback as necessary to help improve quality, safety, and operations
Participate in clinic and organization wide meetings
Demonstrates highest levels of professionalism and ethics
Performs other duties as assigned/required
Engage with community partners to promote the mission of Neighborhood Health and collaborate as needed
