Per Diem Dentist - Pediatrics (ACT)

Legacy Community Health•Houston, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking to disrupt the traditional healthcare landscape with innovative dental practices? At Legacy Community Health, we invite visionary dental professionals to join us as Staff Dentists, where your expertise will pioneer new avenues in community healthcare. Breakthrough Role Highlights: Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive dental care that aligns with our mission to democratize healthcare access. Dynamic Work Environment Benefits: Dive into a digitally-driven, agile workplace that values work-life integration and personal growth. Cutting-Edge Impact and Growth Opportunities: Participate in game-changing community health events and leverage our forward-thinking professional development pathways. Collaborative Innovation: Work synergistically alongside our Director of Dental Services and a team of trailblazing professionals. Future-Focused Mission: Align with an organization committed to transforming community health outcomes through groundbreaking strategies. As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you. At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department: Approachable & Collaborative We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility. Driven & Committed We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve. Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited dental school with a visionary mindset.
Possession of a Texas dental license.
Proven clinical dental experience in innovative dentistry practices.
Deep knowledge of disruptive dental techniques and practices, especially within community health centers.
Proficient at managing multiple agile deadlines and complex decision-making responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Spanish is a valued asset.

Responsibilities

Deliver transformative dental care, leveraging cutting-edge practices, ethics, and professionalism.
Collaborate with the Director of Dental Services to innovate dental policies and implement agile quality improvement procedures.
Analyze current practices and drive enhancements to optimize patient flow, digital dental records, billing systems, and appointment practices.
Lead, mentor, and empower dental ancillary staff to embrace innovative policies, procedures, and protocols.
Provide emergency call coverage as scheduled, integrating established protocols with modern best practices.
Drive community engagement through active participation in health events, school screenings, tech-infused health fairs, and broader social initiatives.
Engage dynamically in the Performance Improvement Program to continuously elevate service quality.
Embrace additional responsibilities to support the dental department's strategic goals.

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