Pediatric Dentist - Bronx - Damian Family Care Centers, Inc

Description

*Overview*
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Dentist to provide comprehensive preventive, diagnostic, and restorative oral health services to infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special health care needs in a mission driven Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This role offers a unique opportunity to deliver much-needed pediatric dental care to underserved children in a modern, beautifully designed dental office while earning a highly competitive compensation package. The position emphasizes prevention, patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and compliance with New York State DDS licensure requirements, while allowing the provider to make a meaningful and lasting impact on community health.

*Essential Job Duties*

Perform pediatric dental procedures within New York State scope of practice, including but not limited to:

· Restorative procedures (fillings, crowns, space maintainers)

· Extractions and minor oral surgical procedures

· Pulp therapy and emergency dental care

· Behavior guidance and pain/anxiety management within permitted standards

· Conduct comprehensive dental examinations and risk assessments for pediatric patients

· Diagnose oral diseases, dental trauma, developmental abnormalities, and special care needs

· Interpret dental x-rays, diagnostic tests, and clinical findings

· Monitor growth and development of teeth, jaws, and craniofacial structures

· Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans

· Provide preventive services such as fluoride applications and sealants

· Deliver care to patients with special health care needs using appropriate clinical and behavioral techniques

· Educate children, parents, and caregivers on oral hygiene, nutrition, caries prevention, and home care

· Promote age-appropriate preventive strategies and anticipatory guidance

· Communicate treatment options, risks, benefits, and post-treatment instructions clearly

· Maintain accurate, complete, and timely electronic dental records

· Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, infection control standards, and NYS regulations

· Participate in quality improvement, peer review, and risk management initiatives

· Meet all organizational mandatory training and continuing education requirements

· Work collaboratively with dental hygienists, dental assistants, behavioral health staff, and primary care teams

· Coordinate care with Pediatric Dental Director to implement best practices

· Manage appointment schedules and treatment plans to optimize patient access and continuity of care

· Contribute to program development, clinical protocols, and staff mentoring when appropriate

· Upholds ethical standards and legal scope of pediatric dental practice

· Supports the mission, values, and community health goals of DFCC's.

· Maintains punctuality, attendance, professional attire, and adherence to organizational policies

*Non-Essential Job Duties*

· Provide cross-coverage or assistance in other clinical or administrative areas during emergencies

· Participate in community outreach, health promotion events, or special projects

· Support training or mentoring activities for students or new staff

· Perform additional related duties as assigned

*Qualifications & Skills*

· Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from an accredited institution

· Maintain Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Dentistry

· Current New York State license and registration to practice dentistry

· Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association)

· Demonstrated knowledge of pediatric dental procedures and child-centered care

· Proficiency in electronic dental/medical record systems

· Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

· Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team

· Experience serving diverse and underserved populations preferred

*Physical & Work Requirements*

· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential function

· Work is performed primarily in a dental clinical setting within DFCC

· Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and lean or reach during patient care

· Ability to lift or reposition equipment or supplies up to approximately 25 pounds

· Requires visual acuity and auditory ability sufficient for diagnosis, procedure performance, and patient communication

· Requires manual dexterity for precise dental procedures

· Frequent interaction with pediatric patients, including infants and children with anxiety or special health care needs

· Exposure to blood, saliva, aerosols, and clinical materials; adherence to PPE and infection control protocols required

Pay: $148,285.30 - $178,580.16 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance

Work Location: In person