Pediatric Dentist

THE LAKES COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER INC; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life & disability

HSA contributions

FSAs

Paid time off

403(b) match

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Employee assistance

Loan repayment

Job summary

NorthLakes Community Clinic in Wisconsin is seeking a Pediatric Dentist dedicated to advancing children's oral health. The role focuses on diagnosing and treating dental problems in young patients, educating families, and delivering preventive care.

Candidates must reside within the NorthLakes service area and hold a US dental degree with a pediatric residency; active Wisconsin license and DEA CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• DDS/DMD degree from US accredited dental school.
• Completed Pediatric Dentistry Residency to become Board Certified Pediatric Dentist.
• Active and unrestricted Dental License to practice in Wisconsin.
• Active Federal DEA CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine exams and diagnose dental issues in pediatric patients.
• Restore and extract teeth, replace missing teeth, and provide preventive care.
• Perform conscious sedation, root canal treatments, and periodontal care as needed.
• Collaborate with NorthLakes providers and staff to coordinate care for pediatric patients.
• Educate children and parents on brushing, flossing, diet, and preventive care.

Education

DDS/DMD degree (US accredited)

Pediatric Dentistry Residency (Board Certified)

Active and unrestricted Dental License (Wisconsin)

Active Federal DEA CPR certification

Job description

Caring for our community starts with you. Join a team that believes everyone deserves care.

Candidates must reside within NorthLakes' service area at the time of hire and maintain residency throughout employment.

A qualified Pediatric Dentist will be dedicated to the oral health of children, and is responsible for the treatment of problems associated with the teeth and surrounding tissues in the mouth.

Pediatric Dentists provide education and administer care to assist the pediatric patient and parent/guardian in preventing future dental problems.

Instruction may be provided on brushing, flossing, diet, the use of fluorides and all other aspects related to dental care.

Other responsibilities of pediatric dentists may include but are not limited to: Providing exams, reviewing radiographs, treatment planning, restoring teeth, extracting teeth, fabrication of fixed and removable prosthesis, perform conscious sedations, root canal treatments, and treatment of periodontal disease. A dentist may also write prescriptions and administer anesthetics.

Essential Job Functions

Conduct routine exams for patients to assess their dental condition and diagnose possible issues. Utilize dental equipment in the evaluation and treatment of patients. Restore teeth, extract teeth, and replacement of missing teeth and preventative treatments. Administer local anesthetic to keep patients comfortable during treatment. Appropriate use of PPE/infection control protocols when providing dental treatment to patients. Some laboratory work may be required. Some work may be sent out to dental laboratories. Refer patients to specialists as needed. Collaborate with NorthLakes providers as well as external resources and providers in the best interest of the patients’ continuation of care. Work collaboratively with NorthLakes support staff in the care and treatment of patients including Registered Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, and office staff. Be mindful of and maximize integration of care within NorthLakes services.

Qualifications

• DDS/DMD degree from US accredited dental school
• Must have completed a Pediatric Dentistry Residency to become a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist.
• Active and unrestricted Dental License to practice in Wisconsin
• Active Federal DEA CPR certification

Benefit Statement

• Medical and dental insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 6 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Leave Bank
• 403(b) with a 4% employer match
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health and Wellness reimbursement program
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Partner of HRSA/NHSC loan repayment program

Our Mission

Our Mission is to respond to the healthcare needs of our communities with an integrated array of quality services and actively remove barriers to wellness.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NorthLakes Community Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references.

Organizational Competencies

• Mission Driven -Advances the organizational mission, visionand values inexecuting job duties. Customer Service - Committed to increasing customer satisfaction, sets proper customer expectations, assumes responsibility for solving customer problems, ensures commitments to customers are met.
• Quality - Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems.
• Creativity - Generates new ideas, supports change, provides innovative solutions, solves problems creatively.
• Integrity - Earns the trust and confidence of coworkers and customers through honest communication, ethical behavior and professionalism in all interactions.
• Teamwork - Contributes to meeting team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a cooperative team atmosphere.
• Self-Development - Seeks out and accepts feedback, is a proactive learner, takes on tough assignments to improve skills, keeps knowledge and skills up-to-date, turns mistakes into learning opportunities.
• Job Knowledge - Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.
• Communication - Understand and communicate effectively with others using a variety of contexts and formats, which include writing, speaking, reading, listening and interpersonal skills.
• Dependability - Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
• Trauma/Resilience Informed - Understands that trauma is prevalent and resilience can be cultivatedand improved; and operates in a mannerconsistent with these principles.

About

NorthLakes Community Clinic is a Federally Qualified Health Center with 19 clinic locations serving rural communities throughout northern Wisconsin. We were created to make quality healthcare more accessible and affordable. We welcome patients with BadgerCare/Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and no insurance, and offer a Sliding Fee Scale for those who qualify. Our work extends beyond our clinics through partnerships with schools, nursing homes, and community organizations. Since 2008, NorthLakes has continued to grow in response to the needs of the communities we serve. As a Community Health Center, we serve patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, offer sliding fees to qualifying patients, accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans, and provide care without discrimination. NorthLakes is governed by a patient-majority board of directors representing the communities we serve. Our vision is healthy, prosperous, engaged communities where everyone thrives.