Pedodontist

Job Description

Job Description

The Pedodontist serves as the primary care provider for pediatric dental patients, delivering both emergency palliative treatment and comprehensive dental care to the patient population at the Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center (JPA). This role includes coordinating dental care with medical providers, maintaining accurate patient records, promoting dental education, and supporting quality assurance initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Act as the primary dental care provider for pediatric patients seeking treatment.
• Provide emergency palliative treatment and comprehensive dental services, including appropriate referrals when needed.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely patient records for all dental care activities.
• Coordinate dental care with medical care providers through documented verbal or written communication.
• Participate in Quality Assurance activities as directed by the Dental Director.
• Promote dental care education through direct patient interaction and community outreach.
• Assist the Dental Director in developing and reviewing dental policies and procedures.
• Attend meetings, seminars, and conferences as deemed necessary by the Dental Director.
• Delegate appropriate duties to qualified auxiliary staff, ensuring responsibilities are carried out effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dental Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION & LICENSURE :