Pediatric Dentist - Associate
Specialty Dental Brands•Knoxville, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
Knoxville Pediatric Dentistry – a well-established, family-oriented practice known for providing compassionate, comprehensive dental care – is currently looking for a Pediatric Dentist - Associate.
Requirements
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree
- Completion of an accredited pediatric dentistry residency program
- Valid dental license in the state of practice
- Proficiency in pediatric dental procedures and techniques
- Knowledge of behavior management techniques for children
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR)
- Understanding of safety, sterilization, HIPAA, and infection control protocols
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience administering nitrous oxide and/or sedation
- Board certification in pediatric dentistry
- Experience in community outreach programs
Responsibilities
- Provide pediatric dental care, including exams, cleanings, sealants, fillings, crowns, pulpotomies, extractions, and space maintainers
- Diagnose dental conditions and develop individualized, age-appropriate treatment plans
- Utilize behavior management techniques to ensure a calm and positive patient experience
- Educate patients and parents/guardians on proper oral hygiene and preventive care
- Administer nitrous oxide and/or sedation as licensed and permitted
- Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of exams, diagnoses, treatment plans, and outcomes in the EHR
- Ensure compliance with safety, sterilization, HIPAA, and infection control protocols
- Collaborate with general dentists, orthodontists, and other specialists to provide integrated patient care
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and community outreach programs promoting children’s oral health
- Contribute to a professional, upbeat, and child-friendly environment for patients and staff
- Assist in identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, patient satisfaction, and case acceptance
- Perform other duties as assigned to support operations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
