Dental Resident PL1 | 02

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Wisconsin is seeking a Dental Resident to support clinical, didactic and teaching activities within the Pediatric Dental Center. The role reports to the Director – Pediatric Dental Residency Program and the Medical Director – Children’s Dental Center.

The resident will provide dental services across locations, participate in rotations, conduct inpatient consultations, and assist with anesthesia cases under attending supervision, while adhering to hospital policies and quality

Qualifications

• Graduated from dental school with a D.D.S. or D.M.D.
• Completion of National Dental Board examinations
• BLS and PALS certifications required

Responsibilities

• Exhibits values and supports mission and vision through clinical care.
• Provides dental services to CHW Dental Center patients at assigned locations.
• Participates in clinical rotation assignments per residency curriculum.
• Provides inpatient consultations and care as requested by medical colleagues.
• Performs after-hour emergency care on call as assigned.
• Delivers complex dental care to young or special-needs patients under supervision.
• Completes didactic courses and participates in teaching activities.
• Engages in off-service teaching rotations at Marquette University Dental School.

Education

D.D.S./D.M.D.

Job description

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day.

Job Summary

Administratively reporting to the Director – Pediatric Dental Residency Program and the Medical Director – Children's Dental Center, the Dental Resident is responsible for carrying out the clinical, didactic and teaching functions outlined below.

Essential Functions

Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children’s values and support our mission and vision.

Clinical

• Understands and satisfies the needs of the neonatal, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent and/or adult patient in regards to their growth and development process.
• Provides dental services to Children's Hospital of Wisconsin Dental Center patients at both the Sinai Health Center and the Children’s Hospital locations as assigned.
• Participates in clinical rotation assignments as outlined in the dental residency program curriculum.
• Provides inpatient consultations and inpatient care as requested by medical colleagues.
• Provides after hour emergency care on an on-call basis as assigned.
• Provides complex dental care to the very young and/or special needs child utilizing outpatient sedation and/or general anesthesia, while under the direct supervision of attending staff dentist.
• Complies with all CHW and Dental Center policies and procedures, especially regarding patient registration, care documentation and billing, as well as safety, infection control and quality assurance.

Didactic

Attends and successfully completes courses provided by CHW staff and guest lecturers according to the curriculum established by the pediatric residency program and the American Dental Association. Attends lectures, seminars and departmental meetings offered by the hospital. Initiates a research project and/or data collection for future presentation.

Teaching

Participates in off-service teaching rotations of undergraduates at Marquette University Dental School.

Education Requirements:

• Graduated Dental School with a degree of D.D.S. or D.M.D.
• Required Completed the National Dental Board examinations.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council required
• PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council required

Patient Care Responsibility

Provides care appropriate to patient population and as described in applicable policies and procedures.

Children’s Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness.

We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Children’s Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness.

We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children.

We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children.

In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options.

Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well-respected doctors to our team.

Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best.

Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine.

Certifications/Licenses: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children