Dentist, Peds

Hawai'i Island Community Health Center•Kailua, HI

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Dental Director, the Pediatric Dentist’s duties are in support of the mission, goals and objectives of the HICHC. He/she performs professional dental care in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric patients in scheduled and unscheduled appointments; participation of dental education for non-dental clinical staff of the HICHC, supervision of dental hygienists, engagement in public service addition to the administrative functions.

Requirements

Valid current license to practice dentistry in the State of Hawaii.
Certificate from an Advanced Training Program (Residency) in Pediatric Dentistry.
Must have a desire to work with children and adolescents.

Nice To Haves

APBD certification strongly preferred.
Experience working with community programs preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides diagnostic and therapeutic dental services to dental patients.
Reviews medical histories at every visit.
Charts and reports all pathologic conditions to the patient.
Discusses caries risk assessment, diet, home care status and anticipatory guidance with patients and parent who demonstrate moderate and high caries risk.
Develops a written treatment plan and explains all options to the patient.
Hold informed consent discussion with each patient prior to initiating any treatment. This discussion will include an explanation of the planned procedure and any alternative procedures, disclosure of any significant material risks associated with any alternative, and responding to patient questions. Informed consent discussion will be documented in the patient’s chart.
Where appropriate, makes referrals to specialists.
Enters and signs all treatment provided in electronic record.
Instructs dental assistants with chair side, laboratory, sterilization and radiology procedures.
Oversees maintenance and cleanliness of dental operatory.
Delegates expanded duties in accordance with skills of dental auxiliary and within limits of state law.
Assures integration of patient education into all treatment phases.
Provides consultation for dental hygienists when requested.
Attends to and trains pediatric dental residents on rotation from NYU-Lutheran Hawaii Program.
Incorporates parent/patient into education regimen for every child 0-18 years old and children with special needs.
Participates in upholding the integrated health philosophy of the Keiki Health Center and HICHC.
Meets with medical, behavior health providers on a monthly basis.
Helps organize weekly Dental Team huddles to discuss patient cases.
Consults with other providers for questions and concerns regarding patient’s care and makes referrals within Keiki Health Center and HICHC.