Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics - Dentist - Assistant or Associate Professor

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Division of Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics seeks a residency-trained Pediatric Dentist faculty member to join our academic clinician track. Board eligibility or ABPD certification is expected; the division includes seven full‑time pediatric dentist faculty, one craniofacial orthodontist, and a robust residency program.

Clinically, we care for over 30,000 visits per year across 2 clinics and 3 operating room sites.

Qualifications

• D.M.D. or D.D.S. from an accredited dental school.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Dentistry.
• Accredited pediatric dentistry residency completion.
• PALS/BLS certification.
• Current active dental license issued by the State of Ohio or eligible for license.
• Appropriate credentialing through the Medical Staff Services offices.
• Pre-employment activities (screening, background check, badging, orientation) completed.
• Assistant or Associate Professor appointment or eligibility required.
• Prior clinical practice may be required based on department needs.

Responsibilities

• Join our Division as residency-trained Pediatric Dentist faculty in an academic clinician track.
• Board eligibility or ABPD certification expected.
• Clinical practice across 2 clinics and multiple operating room sites.
• Engage in teaching and supervision of residents and students.
• Participate in after-hours calls and emergent care as needed.

Education

D.M.D./D.D.S.

Pediatric dentistry residency completion

PALS/BLS

Job description

Primary LocationLocation C

DepartmentDentistry

ShiftDay (United States of America)

ScheduleFull time

Weekly Hours40

FTE1

Employee StatusRegular

The Division of Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics at Cincinnati Children’s seeks a talented, academically oriented faculty member to join our team. We have an open position for a residency-trained Pediatric Dentist faculty member in an academic clinician track. Board eligibility or board certification in ABPD is expected. Our division includes seven (7) full-time pediatric dentist faculty members, one (1) full-time craniofacial orthodontist faculty member, one (1) full-time dual-trained dentist anesthesiologist and pediatric dentist faculty member, one (1) full-time general dentist faculty member, and two (2) part-time pediatric dentist faculty members. Our faculty members have expertise and academic interests across the full range of our specialty, including pharmacologic behavior management, restorative dentistry, patients with complex medical and special needs, and advocacy. Clinically, the practice environment includes over 30,000 visits per year across 2 clinics and three (3) operating room sites. We enjoy a busy level 1 trauma service and are strongly committed to excellence in multidisciplinary dental trauma care. Our academic model is enriched by a thriving 2-year residency program with seven (7) residents per year and an ongoing commitment to excellence in how we teach and learn together. Evidence of excellence as an educator, both in bedside teaching and in creation and delivery of didactic and experiential learning, is a core expectation for applicants. Residents provide after-hours dental trauma care to over 350 patients annually. Faculty all take after-hours call on a weekly basis to provide consultation and in emergent situations after-hours operating room care. Established in 1883, Cincinnati Children’s is a full service, non-profit pediatric academic medical center committed to be the leader in improving child health and consistently rank among the top 5 pediatric hospitals in the country by U.S. News and World Report. With more than 900 registered beds, Cincinnati Children’s serves patients from all 50 states and 51 countries. Faculty in Pediatric Dentistry at CCHMC receive a competitive salary with excellent benefits to foster wellness, maximize savings, and prepare for the unexpected. Faculty are also offered incentive operating room case care to supplement the base salary. Cincinnati Children’s funds a defined contribution retirement plan at 10% of compensation up to annual IRS limits. Full-time faculty are eligible for tuition remission at the University of Cincinnati for spouse and unmarried dependent children. Cincinnati is a thriving Midwestern City with a vibrant urban core, and offers a full range of sports, arts and entertainment to make life and living here enjoyable and engaging. Recently recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of the Top 20 Most Affordable Cities, Cincinnati has a mix of housing across diverse neighborhoods. Committed to building an inclusive faculty, we strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply - Cincinnati Children’s Hospital & Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Qualifications Required:

• D.M.D. or D.D.S. from an accredited dental school
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Dentistry
• Accredited pediatric dentistry residency completion
• PALS/BLS
• Experience working with pediatric patients and patients with special needs
• Current active dental license issued by the State of Ohio or eligible for license
• Appropriate credentialing through the Medical Staff Services offices
• Completion of all required pre-employment activities (screening, background check, badging, and orientation)
• Assistant or Associate Professor appointment or eligibility required
• Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the specific needs of the hiring department

To be considered, applications must be complete and include the following:

• Cover letter indicating intent and professional goals
• Curriculum Vita (CV)
• Three professional references with contact information

Early applications are encouraged; interviews will be granted on a rolling basis.

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability