Pediatric Dental Attending (Per Diem) Orthodontist Clinic

Nicklaus Children's Hospital • Miami, FL

10d

About The Position

The Pediatric Dental Attending provides supervision to pediatric dental residents during clinical activities, delivers didactic and seminar instruction, and provides quality patient care. The role contributes to the development and implementation of goals for the Pediatric Dental Residency Program, participates in research activities, and holds professional responsibility for the delivery of dental care at MCHS.

Requirements

• Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree, with a graduate or postgraduate degree in Pediatric Dentistry.
• Certification by an ADA-recognized certifying board.
• Active Florida state license to practice dentistry.
• Proven hands-on medical management experience.
• Ability to provide expert dental care.
• Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with clients and coworkers.
• Ability to monitor and develop the abilities of subordinates.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.
• Ability to use complex mathematical techniques for budgeting and productivity assessments.
• Ability to use logical and scientific thinking to interpret technical data and solve a broad range of problems.

Responsibilities

• Teach residents to achieve the educational goals of the Dental Residency Program.
• Maintain continuity and quality of patient care.
• Engage in academic pursuits and clinical research.
• Supervise residents and provide patient care as required.
• Build and strengthen relationships with the community, dentists, pediatricians, and subspecialty practices to improve patient outcomes, communication, and referral management.
• Evaluate and review resident performance.
• Participate in developing and implementing goals for the Pediatric Dental Residency Program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree