Pediatric Dentist
Company: Advantage Dental Oral Health Center
Location: Remote
Posted on: February 21, 2021
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Job Description:
JOB TITLE: Pediatric Dentist
REPORTS TO: Regional Dental Director
FLSA: Exempt
Welcome to Preventistry-! We are revolutionizing oral health for
everyone by redefining prevention and care.
A more effective health care system requires a revolution in oral
health care and DentaQuest's affiliated practices are leading the
way. The affiliated practices are made up of Advantage Dental from
DentaQuest, Community Dental Care of Kentucky, Community Dental
Care of Texas, DentaQuest Oral Health Center, Gentech Dentist and
Sarrell Dental and Eye Centers.
A revolution requires us to reach beyond the dental chair to
reshape the oral health system. We address full-body health and its
relationship with social and cultural determinates by expanding
access to care, the affordability of care and implementing a
greater focus on timely prevention of dental disease, rather than
intervention.
DentaQuest continues to create a strong partnership for optimizing
health system performance by adding an innovative approach to the
delivery of oral health care to its extensive experience as a
leading dental health benefits administrator. The people of
DentaQuest have a common purpose: we work together as one, with
passion, perseverance and focus to achieve a nation where no child
suffers from the pain of tooth decay, where adults keep all their
teeth for their entire lives, where every person has access to
quality dental care.
DentaQuest's affiliated care delivery practices are made up of over
200 providers, over 80 practices across six states, with more than
700 employees providing care to over a quarter of a million
patients annually. Dedicated to our mission: To improve the oral
health of all. We harness our unique reach and insights to provide
patients with better care, timely education,greater access,
innovative solutions, and transformative system change. We call
this industry leading approach to dentistry - Preventistry-.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Pediatric Dentist, reporting to the Regional Dental Director,
provides pediatric dental care in a general dentistry practice. The
Pediatric dentist is expected to provide a quality pediatric
patient experience. Position contributes to DentaQuest Care Group's
continued success by passionately executing the company's business
model; promoting the company culture, mission and values; and
ensuring consistent compliance with all key company programs and
operating initiatives. Responsible for driving superior levels of
pediatric patient service while striving continuously to improve
outcomes. Follows and supports the CARE model for patient
experience.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs optimal standard of care for all pediatric patients
utilizing ADA and AAPD guidelines.
Diagnoses and provide optimal dental treatment to include options,
discussion and explanation of treatment plans with pediatric
patients and/or guardians to their satisfaction and mutual
understanding.
Educates pediatric patients and guardians on the importance of
maintaining proper oral goals for both medical and dental health
considerations.
Communicates with our practice and administrative support teams
regarding pediatric patient treatment plans, required follow up
visits and referrals to specialty dentists.
Prescribes medications as necessary and appropriate.
Carefully documents all medications, diagnoses, consultations and
treatment plans in the electronic medical record and adhere to
HIPAA regulations.
Ensures execution of proper follow up and continued care of
pediatric patients involved in multi - step treatment plans,
particularly for those pediatric patients referred for specialty
care.
Attends required continuing education courses related to the dental
profession for continued and improved knowledge and technique of
dentistry and oral health as well as to maintain current
licensure.
Consistently attends and participates in team meetings and
huddles.
Practices and follow infection control and OSHA regulations.
Partners with the Practice Manager to ensure business objectives
are met.
Follows all rules and regulations set by the state, federal and
governmental entities.
Demonstrates and encourage a pediatric patient focus in all
practice operations.
Fosters strong relationships with pediatric patients to create
connections and influence pediatric patient retention.
Ensures appropriate follow through with pediatric patients to
create lasting relationships with facility.
Executes company standards, processes, and procedures to ensure
quality of service and a consistent pediatric patient
experience.
Strives to balance the achievement of operational targets while
ensuring an exceptional pediatric patient experience.
Keep current with specialty guidelines related to best practices
and advancements in techniques, materials and procedures in order
to practice at the highest level.
Other duties as required.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
High standards for integrity, honesty, professionalism, and work
ethic.
Commitment to service excellence.
Ability to work independently while demonstrating excellent
organization and follow through.
Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to
prioritize workload.
Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of
urgency.
Self-motivated, positive, and enthusiastic.
Self- starter with a strong desire to exceed expectations and
capable of supporting a team to achieve successful results.
Maintains confidentiality discretion.
Ability to effectively work in collaboration with others to achieve
business objectives.
Willing to grow and be challenged.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
DDS or DMD required.
Completion of post-doctoral, CODA accredited, pediatric dentistry
residency program.
Current CPR certification.
Licensing/certifications as required by state.
Maintain Continuing Education (CE) as required by state.
*Must have hospital privileges at St Charles*
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to travel using personal car as required by the
company.
Occasional overnight travel.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to stand for frequent and extended periods of time.
The ability to bend, squat, kneel, reach overhead and carry or lift
up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity and sitting is required in carrying out position
responsibilities.
The ability to handle sharp instruments.
May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, chemical hazards,
respiratory hazards in a controlled environment.
May be exposed to hazardous chemicals or substances.
Personal Protective Equipment required.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description
are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical
elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform this
position.
** In accordance with DentaQuest's Compliance Plan, employee must
conduct DQ business in accordance with applicable laws,
regulations, professional standards and ethical standards and
report potential compliance or ethical issues to manager or DQ's
Compliance Officer. **
DentaQuest's Affirmative Action Program affirms our commitment to
make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental
limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or
special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an
undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please see Human
Resources for additional information regarding this Program.
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