General Dentist Limited to Pediatrics

Salt Dental Partners; Orland Park, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Pediatric Dental is seeking a compassionate General Dentist Limited to Pediatrics to join our team in St. John, Indiana and Orland Park, Illinois.

This full-time role offers a five-day work week, an established pediatric patient base, and a friendly environment dedicated to children's oral health. We provide comprehensive pediatric care, including preventive, restorative, and sedation services, with a collaborative clinical team and strong emphasis on parent education and behavior

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
• Active dental license in Indiana and/or Illinois.
• DEA registration (or ability to obtain).
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Experience treating pediatric patients is strongly preferred.
• Passion for providing exceptional care to children and creating positive dental experiences.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
• Commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive general dental care for pediatric patients.
• Perform preventive, restorative, and emergency dental procedures.
• Diagnose dental conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene, nutrition, and preventive care.
• Utilize age-appropriate behavior guidance techniques to create positive patient experiences.
• Collaborate with hygienists, assistants, and administrative staff to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Uphold the highest standards of patient safety, ethics, and quality care.

Skills

Pediatric dentistry

Communication skills

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school

Job description

Southwest Pediatric Dental | Indiana & Illinois
Full-Time | 5 Days per Week

Make a Difference in Children's Lives

Southwest Pediatric Dental is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and patient-focused General Dentist Limited to Pediatrics to join our growing team in St. John, Indiana and Orland Park, Illinois. This full-time opportunity offers a consistent five-day work week, an established patient base, and the opportunity to provide exceptional dental care in a practice dedicated exclusively to children.

At Southwest Pediatric Dental, our mission is to create positive dental experiences that build healthy smiles for life. Our team provides comprehensive pediatric dental care in a welcoming, child-friendly environment while utilizing evidence-based behavior management techniques and collaborating closely with parents to ensure the highest quality care. The practice offers preventive, restorative, and sedation services and welcomes PPO, HMO, and Medicaid patients.

Why Southwest Pediatric Dental?

• Full-time schedule (5 clinical days per week)
• Established and growing patient base
• Modern, pediatric-focused clinical environment
• Collaborative and experienced clinical team
• Opportunity to provide care for infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special healthcare needs
• Supportive administrative and clinical teams that allow providers to focus on patient care
• Practice locations in both Northwest Indiana and the southwest Chicago suburbs
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive general dental care for pediatric patients
• Perform preventive, restorative, and emergency dental procedures
• Diagnose dental conditions and develop individualized treatment plans
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene, nutrition, and preventive care
• Utilize age-appropriate behavior guidance techniques to create positive patient experiences
• Collaborate with hygienists, assistants, and administrative staff to deliver exceptional patient care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Uphold the highest standards of patient safety, ethics, and quality care

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
• Active dental license (or ability to obtain licensure) in Indiana and/or Illinois
• DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Experience treating pediatric patients is strongly preferred
• Passion for providing exceptional care to children and creating positive dental experiences
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills
• Commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate care

About Southwest Pediatric Dental

Southwest Pediatric Dental provides comprehensive dental care for children in Orland Park, Illinois, and St. John, Indiana. The practice focuses on prevention, education, behavior management, restorative care, and compassionate treatment for children of all ages. Every aspect of the practice is designed to create a positive, comfortable experience while promoting lifelong oral health.

If you're a General Dentist who enjoys treating children and is passionate about creating healthy smiles in a fun, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you!

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