Dental Resident PL1 | 03

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking a Dental Resident to contribute to clinical, didactic and teaching activities within the Pediatric Dental Residency Program. The role provides inpatient and outpatient care under supervision, including neonatal to adolescent patients.

You will rotate through clinics, participate in lectures, and engage in research projects. Required: D.D.S./D.M.D. and completion of National Dental Board exams; BLS and PALS certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduated from dental school with a D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree.
• Completed the National Dental Board examinations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical dental services to pediatric patients in hospital and clinic settings.
• Participate in clinical rotations and inpatient consultations as part of the residency program.
• Provide after-hours emergency care on a on-call basis under supervision.
• Deliver complex pediatric dental care under supervision of attending staff dentists.
• Assist with documentation, registration, billing, and adherence to policies.
• Engage in teaching rotations and participate in residency program activities.

Education

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

National Dental Board examinations completed

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.

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

• 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.

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.

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

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.