Dentist, Pediatric - Per Diem

• Coordinates the preparation of reports and written documentation as required by the department, company, state and federal agencies.
• Consults with the patients and advises them of their dental status, prescribes the treatment required, provides risks and alternatives and documents according to department, company, state, and federal agency guidelines.
• Cleans, restores, extracts, and replaces teeth, using rotary and hand instruments, dental appliances, medications, and surgical equipment.
• Treats soft hard tissues diseases of the oral cavity; performs surgery on oral tissues when necessary; renders prosthetic treatment when approved and indicated; designs and places orthodontic devices to correct minor malocclusion of teeth and renders any and all dental services to restore the oral health of the patient.
• Provides preventive dental services to patient, such as applications of fluoride and sealants to teeth, and provides education in oral health and dental hygiene.

• Complies with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• While adhering to providing high quality dental services, the provider is encouraged to obtain 18 patient encounters per day on a monthly average.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
• May be asked to work with Residency programs as an Attending and may need to rotate to off locations to participate in said programs. Participation may include performing Teaching duties, oversee Oral Conscious Sedation and/or Operating Room patient care.
• Attends meetings as required and participates on committees as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

• 2 years of pediatric dentist experience preferred.
• Experience supervising dental assistants preferred.

• DDS or DMD Degree.
• Completion of a US accredited Pediatric Residency Program.

• Licensed to practice dentistry in the State of California.
• Pediatric Residency Program Certificate.
• Pediatric Dentist Board Certification preferred.
• DEA License.
• CPR/BLS certificate.

• Bilingual helpful (English/Spanish).
• Good oral and written communication.
• Good communications skills with the public and other employees.
• Patience and understanding toward others.

• Computer skills involving word processing, email, and dental management programs such as EPIC are preferable.

• Dental operatory equipment, laboratory, sterilization equipment and front office equipment.

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