Locums Pediatric Dentist

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc. (NEHCR); Pittsburgh, Main Street (Allegheny County, CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading academic medical center in Pittsburgh as a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist. This dynamic role blends clinical practice with resident supervision, offering opportunities for outpatient care and advanced procedures in a collaborative teaching environment. Pittsburgh, known for its vibrant culture and affordable living, provides an exceptional quality of life. Ideal for those seeking a fulfilling career in pediatric dentistry, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact on children's dental health while working alongside a dedicated team of professionals.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Dentistry required.
• Residency-trained in Pediatric Dentistry essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pediatric dental residents while overseeing patient care.
• Perform advanced pediatric dental procedures in operating rooms.

Skills

Pediatric Dentistry

Patient Care

Clinical Supervision

Advanced Dental Procedures

Call Coverage

Education

Board Certified in Pediatric Dentistry

Residency in Pediatric Dentistry

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Pediatric Dentist to provide locum tenens coverage at a leading academic medical center in Pittsburgh, PA. This role offers a rewarding blend of clinical practice and resident supervision within a dynamic teaching environment. The position includes opportunities for both outpatient care and advanced dental procedures performed in operating rooms and surgical centers.

Practice Scope & Responsibilities

• Supervise pediatric dental residents while overseeing patient care in the dental clinic
• Provide direct patient care alongside residents in the dental clinic
• Perform advanced pediatric dental procedures in hospital operating rooms and a surgical center (North Surgery Center)
• Participate in call coverage as backup to residents (residents take first call); potential for expanded call responsibilities if long-term locums coverage is needed
• Collaborate with a team of full-time attending pediatric dentists and healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive dental services to children

Schedule

• Weekdays (Clinic and OR coverage)
• Call coverage: Residents take first call; locums attending may be asked to provide backup and/or take call over time as needed
• Potential for longer-term locums coverage as recruitment for permanent staff continues

Certification & Licensing Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Dentistry
• Residency-trained in Pediatric Dentistry
• ACLS (AHA certified)
• PALS (AHA certified)
• Active Pennsylvania Dental License (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• IMLC accepted — We welcome candidates eligible to expedite licensure through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact

Pittsburgh is a vibrant, family-friendly city known for its top-rated healthcare institutions, thriving arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, and beautiful riverside parks. Ranked as one of America's most livable cities, Pittsburgh offers an affordable cost of living, nationally recognized schools, and an exceptional quality of life.