Pediatric Dentist

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Malpractice tail coverage

Loan assistance

Paid time off

Commuter benefits

CME time & money

Relocation assistance

Immigration support

Job summary

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children seeks a Pediatric Dentist Attending to join our group and provide dental services to our community. The role focuses on supervising pediatric dental residents in clinic, operating room and sedation settings, and leading educational activities within the Pediatric Dental Residency Program.

Strong leadership and collaboration with faculty are essential. Advancement opportunities exist for the right candidate with leadership qualities, including potential

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from CODA-accredited dental school.
• Board-certified in pediatric dentistry by ABP.
• Able to obtain Pennsylvania dental license.
• Able to obtain PA oral conscious sedation permit.
• Proven hands-on medical-dental management experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pediatric dental residents during clinic, operating room, and conscious sedation procedures.
• Participate in resident didactic lectures, clinical care and evaluations.
• Actively contribute to development and implementation of goals for the Pediatric Dental Residency Program.
• Foster resident research activities.

Skills

Pediatric dentistry

Resident supervision

Clinical leadership

Education & training

Education

DDS/DMD from CODA-accredited school

ABP Pediatric Dentistry Board Certification

PA dental license

Oral conscious sedation permit (PA)

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.