Pediatric Dentist
About The Position
Smile Lodge is hiring a full-time Associate Pediatric Dentist for its Clifton Park and East Greenbush, New York locations. The practice combines pediatric dental care with a welcoming, kid-focused atmosphere and emphasizes compassionate, personalized care, patient education, teamwork, and positive dental experiences. The Associate Pediatric Dentist will provide comprehensive pediatric dental services with an emphasis on prevention, education, and confidence-building care. The role involves collaborating with the clinical and administrative team to support patients, families, and colleagues, and contributing to initiatives that improve patient experience and community engagement. Smile Lodge describes its offices as cheerful, play-focused spaces and offers professional growth, mentoring, and continuing education support. The stated compensation is $225 or more per hour.
Requirements
- DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
- Completion of an accredited pediatric dentistry residency program.
- Enteral Conscious Sedation Certificate.
- Current or eligible state dental licensure where the practice is located.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, particularly with children, caregivers, and team members.
- Passion for pediatric dentistry and a positive, patient-focused attitude.
- Ability to maintain composure and quality of care in a lively, interactive office environment.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of practice experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide pediatric dental exams, preventive care such as cleanings, fluoride, and sealants, restorative treatment, and child-friendly behavior management.
- Build trusting relationships with young patients and their families by explaining care in a friendly, reassuring way.
- Promote positive dental experiences that reduce anxiety and build children’s confidence.
- Coordinate care with hygienists, assistants, and front-desk staff.
- Educate patients and parents about oral health practices tailored to each child’s needs.
- Participate in practice-wide patient-experience, community-outreach, and team-building initiatives.
- Contribute to Smile Lodge’s joyful, compassionate culture while maintaining professional standards.
Benefits
- Professional growth opportunities.
- Mentoring from experienced pediatric dentists.
- Continuing education support.
- Predictable full-time hours.
- Competitive compensation of $225 or more per hour.
- Collaborative team environment.
- Family-first workplace culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
