The Pediatric Dentist is responsible for providing high quality dental care primarily to patients under 18 as part of a multidisciplinary team. A commitment to Neighborhood Health's mission and patient population is important.
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
Graduation from an accredited dental program with a Doctor in Dental Surgery (DDS) or a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
Current license to practice dentistry in the Commonwealth of Virginia and DEA certification
Knowledge of infection control procedures and universal precautions
Skilled in full range of comprehensive pediatric dentistry
Graduation from an accredited Pediatric Dentist Residency preferred