What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Dentist position at Hometown Health Centers?
Join Our Team at Hometown Health!
Position: Full-Time Pediatric Dentist
Are you a compassionate and skilled Pediatric Dentist looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children? Hometown Health Centers is looking for a Pediatric Dentist to join our dynamic dental team. In this role, you’ll provide exceptional care to children, diagnose dental conditions, and promote positive oral health habits, all while helping children feel comfortable and supported during their visits.
About Us:
At Hometown Health, our mission is to improve health outcomes and health equity by providing high-quality, patient-centered primary care and preventative services. We’re dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of our community members, and we need you to help us continue that work by providing the highest level of dental care to children.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, personal days, floating holidays, and paid holidays.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family covered.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match – because we care about your future!
- Student Loan Forgiveness & Tuition Reimbursement: We want to help you grow professionally and support you with your student loans and educational goals.
- Employer-Paid Insurance: Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance at no cost to you.
- Wellness Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), and more!
What You’ll Be Doing:
As our Pediatric Dentist, your role is critical in providing high-quality, compassionate care to children. You’ll help our youngest patients achieve and maintain excellent oral health while creating a fun and comfortable environment for them. Your responsibilities include:
- Examinations & Check-ups: Perform comprehensive dental exams, routine check-ups, and assessments to monitor children's dental health.
- Diagnosis & Treatment: Diagnose and treat a wide variety of pediatric dental conditions, including cavities, gum diseases, and oral infections.
- Patient Care Records: Maintain accurate, detailed records of all patient care and procedures.
- Coordination with Medical Providers: Work alongside pediatricians and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for our young patients.
- Quality Assurance: Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives to maintain the highest standards of care.
What We’re Looking For:
- Education: DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
- Certification: Board certification in pediatric dentistry.
- Licensure: Licensed to practice dentistry in New York State.
- Advanced Certifications: ACLS/PALS certification (preferred or to be obtained).
- Experience: A passion for working with children and creating a positive, safe dental experience for them.
Ready to Make a Difference?
At Hometown Health, you’ll have the opportunity to help shape the future of dental care for children in our community. If you're a dedicated pediatric dentist who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and making a lasting impact, we would love to have you on our team!
