Pediatric Dentist (Part-Time)

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Job Summary a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } The Pediatric Dentist provides high-quality, patient-centered dental care to infants, children, and adolescents within Via Care Community Health Center's integrated healthcare model. a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } This position is responsible for promoting oral health and improving health outcomes for diverse and underserved populations through preventive, diagnostic, and restorative dental services. The Pediatric Dentist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats oral health conditions affecting pediatric patients while developing individualized treatment plans that support long-term oral health and overall well-being. Working collaboratively with medical, behavioral health, and care management teams, this provider helps ensure coordinated, whole-person care for patients and families. The provider is also responsible for educating patients and caregivers on preventive oral health practices, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, and fostering a positive, compassionate, and child-friendly dental experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a provider who is passionate about serving the community and delivering quality care in a mission-driven environment. Essential Functions a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Provide comprehensive pediatric dental care, including examinations, preventive services, restorations, extractions, pulpotomies, stainless steel crowns, space maintainers, and other age-appropriate dental procedures.Evaluate and diagnose oral diseases, dental caries, developmental abnormalities, infections, injuries, and other conditions affecting the oral health of pediatric patients.Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote long-term oral health and address each patient's unique needs.Deliver preventive and educational services to patients and families, including oral hygiene instruction, dietary counseling, fluoride recommendations, and anticipatory guidance.Assess the growth and development of the dentition and provide recommendations for interceptive treatment, referrals, or specialty care when indicated.Provide compassionate, developmentally appropriate care that promotes patient comfort, reduces anxiety, and encourages positive lifelong dental habits.Refer patients requiring advanced specialty services and coordinate care with outside providers to ensure continuity of treatment.Collaborate with medical, behavioral health, and care management teams to support Via Care's integrated, patient-centered approach to healthcare.Support the organization's mission of improving access to quality healthcare services for medically underserved and vulnerable populations.Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical records in accordance with organizational policies, FQHC requirements, regulatory standards, and professional guidelines.Ensure compliance with infection control, quality assurance, risk management, and patient safety protocols.Exercise direct supervision of assigned dental assistants and work collaboratively with hygienists and other dental support staff to ensure efficient clinic operations and high-quality patient care.Participate in provider meetings, case reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and organizational trainings.Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and evidence-based practices in pediatric dentistry through continuing education and professional development.Foster a welcoming, child-centered environment that supports an exceptional patient and family experience.Perform other duties as assigned by the Dental Director.