Pediatric Dentist position at UPMC Children's in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania - Teaching

Ascension St Vincent; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Pediatric Dentist to join their esteemed department at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. This role includes performing dental procedures, mentoring residents, and benefiting from competitive compensation alongside a robust benefits package, including relocation assistance and generous paid time off.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Competitive Base Salary

Outstanding Benefits Package

Twenty-Five Days Paid Time Off

One Additional Week for CME Activities

Qualifications

• Completion of a CODA-accredited pediatric dentistry residency.
• BE/BC status with the ability to obtain a Pennsylvania license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine dental procedures in a hospital setting.
• Mentor and train residents in the pediatric dentistry program.
• Handle a high volume of pediatric patients annually.

Skills

Pediatric Dentistry

Patient Care

Mentoring

Education

DMD or DDS

Certification in Pediatric Dentistry

Job description

The Department of Pediatric Dentistry at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is seeking a Pediatric Dentist to join our world-class health system at UPMC. The division includes clinicians dedicated to the care of children. The position is based at Children's Hospital and an outpatient site less than 30 minutes from Pittsburgh, with a combined volume of over 24,000 visits per year. Routine dental procedures are performed at our surgical centers, which handle over 2,000 procedures annually. The division is supported by dental assistants and hygienists. The program includes a CODA-accredited residency with 8 residents. Candidates must possess a DMD or DDS, have completed and received certification in pediatric dentistry from a US or Canadian residency program, and be BE/BC with the ability to obtain a Pennsylvania license.

About the Opportunity

• Join a well-established group of 5 FTE Dentists
• Opportunity to be based at or rotate through both locations
• Teaching opportunity to train and mentor residents

What we offer

• Relocation assistance
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and an outstanding benefits package
• Twenty-five days of paid time off
• One additional paid week for CME activities per year

About Children's Hospital and UPMC

• UPMC Children's is ranked in the Top 10 for Best Children's Hospitals and is the #4 Best Hospital for Neonatology in the 2022-2023 US News National Rankings.
• The 55-bed, Level IV NICU at UPMC Children's serves as a regional referral center supported by a full spectrum of surgical and pediatric subspecialties.
• The University of Pittsburgh ranked #3 in medical research funding in 2022 and has been among the top 10 NIH research fund recipients since 1998.
• UPMC is a $23 billion healthcare provider and insurer with 92,000 employees, including 4,900 physicians, over 40 hospitals, and 800 outpatient sites.

About the Community

• Pittsburgh offers a vibrant, small-town feel with urban amenities, cultural landmarks, and natural beauty, including three rivers.
• The city boasts cultural institutions like the Carnegie Museums, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory, and the National Aviary.
• Major league sports teams include the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates.
• Pittsburgh is a leader in medicine, education, robotics, and high-tech industries.
• Ranked as a top family-friendly, affordable, and safe city in the U.S.