Pediatric Dentist - Lead Kids' Smiles (Part-Time)

JAX Multispecialty; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Malpractice insurance coverage

Continuing education allowance

Modern equipment and support team

Growth or leadership opportunities

Job summary

JR Dental Care's Jax Multispecialty Dental Center in Jacksonville is hiring a part-time Pediatric Dentist, or a General Dentist with pediatric experience, to lead care for our youngest patients on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

You will provide comprehensive preventive, restorative, and behavioral care for infants through adolescents, including patients with special healthcare needs, working with general dentists and specialists to deliver coordinated, family-centered treatment in a welcoming,

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
• Active, unrestricted Florida dental license or eligibility.
• Active DEA registration.
• BLS certification; PALS preferred.
• Pediatric dentistry residency or significant pediatric load in GP.
• Comfort treating children of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Perform exams, diagnosis, and treatment planning for patients from infancy through adolescence.
• Provide preventive care: cleanings, fluoride varnish, sealants, and space maintainers.
• Deliver restorative treatments: fillings, crowns, pulpotomies, and extractions.
• Take and interpret age-appropriate radiographs.
• Use behavior guidance techniques (tell-show-do, positive reinforcement).
• Coordinate treatment under sedation or general anesthesia within your credentials.
• Care for patients with special healthcare needs with patient, adapted plans.
• Monitor growth and refer for orthodontics when indicated.
• Recognize and report suspected child abuse as required by Florida law.
• Participate in team meetings, community outreach, and practice growth initiatives.

Skills

Pediatric care

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Behavior guidance

Open Dental

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

DDS/DMD from accredited dental school

Florida dental license (or eligibility)

Active DEA registration

BLS certification

Pediatric dentistry residency or GP with pediatric load

ABPD certification preferred

Tools

Open Dental

Job description

JR Dental Care's Jax Multispecialty Dental Center in Jacksonville is hiring a part-time Pediatric Dentist, or a General Dentist with pediatric experience, to lead care for our youngest patients on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

You will provide comprehensive preventive, restorative, and behavioral care for infants through adolescents, including patients with special healthcare needs, working with general dentists and specialists to deliver coordinated, family-centered treatment in a welcoming,