Pediatric Dentist

wsdha; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Malpractice tail coverage

Education Loan Assistance

Paid time-off

Job summary

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia seeks a Pediatric Dentist Attending to join our team and provide comprehensive pediatric dental care within a teaching environment.

The role emphasizes supervising pediatric dental residents during clinic, OR, and conscious sedation, contributing to resident education, and helping shape the Pediatric Dental Residency Program. Leadership opportunities are available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from CODA-accredited dental school required.
• Board certification in Pediatric Dentistry by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry preferred or required.
• Able to obtain a Pennsylvania dental license before or shortly after start date.
• Possession of a PA anesthesia permit – restricted I (oral conscious sedation) is required or obtainable.
• Proven hands-on medical-dental management experience in a hospital/academic setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pediatric dental residents during clinic, operating room, and conscious sedation procedures.
• Participate in resident didactic lectures, clinical care, and evaluations.
• Help develop and implement goals for the Pediatric Dental Residency Program.
• Foster resident research activities and scholarly activities.
• Demonstrate leadership with opportunities to advance to Associate Program Director or Program Director positions for qualified individuals.

Education

DMD or DDS (CODA-accredited dental school)

Board-certified in Pediatric Dentistry (American Board of Pediatric Dentistry)

Active Pennsylvania dental license

Pennsylvania anesthesia permit – restricted I (oral conscious sedation)

Hands-on medical-dental management experience

Job description

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children is seeking a Pediatric Dentist Attending to join our group and provide dental services to our community.

Highlights:

• Provide supervision of the pediatric dental residents during clinic, in operating room and conscious sedation procedures.
• Participation is required for resident didactic lectures, clinical care and evaluations.
• The individual is required to actively participate in the development and implementation of goals for the Pediatric Dental Residency Program.
• Individual should engage in the development and foster resident research activities.
• Advancement opportunities to Associate Program Director and Program Director Positions for the right person that exhibits leadership qualities and skills.

The Benefits We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer automatic contribution and employer match.
• Malpractice insurance & tail coverage
• Educational Loan Assistance
• Generous paid time-off allowance
• Commuter Benefits- tax-free transit or parking
• CME time and money
• Relocation assistance
• Immigration support
• Supportive health system to advance goals
  

Putting Kids and Families First Since 1875

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties. With more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children combines topnotch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties, including Cardiology; Ear, Nose and Throat; Gastroenterology; Oncology; and Orthopedics. It houses the only Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and has been recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.

The Community:

Philadelphia located between New York and Washington D.C, is considered to be the birthplace of the United States. The Constitution was debated here in Philadelphia in what is now the Independence Hall. The nearby Liberty Bell Center is home to the famous two-thousand-pound bell which became a symbol of freedom. The National Constitution Center also tells the story of 1920s prohibition. Learn more about Al Capone and other famous former inmates at the Eastern State Penitentiary. The Philadelphia Museum of Art, one of the country's largest museums, is not to be missed. At Fairmount Park, discover outdoor art on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, as well as the Smith Memorial Arch dedicated to Civil War heroes. Attractions for kids include Philadelphia Zoo, the oldest zoo in America. Meet more animals at the Academy of Natural Sciences or enjoy fun and educational interactive displays at the Please Touch Museum.

Education Requirements

• Degree in Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor in Dental Surgery (DDS) from a CODA accredited dental school
• Certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
• Able to obtain dental license to practice dentistry in the State of Pennsylvania
• Able to obtain dental anesthesia permit – restricted I (oral conscious sedation) in the State of Pennsylvania.
• Proven hands-on medical-dental management experience.