Pediatric Dentist - Brooklyn

Position Summary

The Pediatric Dentist provides comprehensive dental care to infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special healthcare needs in a community health center setting. This role focuses on preventive and restorative care, patient and caregiver education, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team to address oral health disparities.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive pediatric dental services including:

  • Exams, diagnoses, and treatment planning

  • Preventive care (fluoride, sealants, anticipatory guidance)

  • Restorative dentistry, pulp therapy, extractions, and space maintenance

  • Management of dental trauma and emergencies

• Treat patients with special healthcare needs with compassion and clinical expertise

• Utilize behavior management techniques appropriate for pediatric patients

• Ensure all care is delivered in accordance with evidence-based standards and FQHC regulations

Patient & Family Engagement

• Educate patients and caregivers on oral hygiene, nutrition, and preventive practices

• Build trust with families from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

• Promote a welcoming, trauma-informed, and child-friendly environment

Collaboration & Program Support

• Work collaboratively with dental hygienists, dental assistants, primary care providers, and behavioral health staff

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical performance activities

• Support school-based or community outreach programs as needed

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic dental record (EDR)

Compliance & Quality

• Adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations including HRSA and New York State requirements

• Follow infection control, risk management, and patient safety protocols

• Participate in peer review, chart audits, and continuing education activities

Required Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school

• Completion of an accredited Pediatric Dentistry residency program

• Current or eligible New York State dental license

• DEA registration (or eligibility)

• CPR/BLS certification

• Experience or strong interest in serving underserved and diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in an FQHC, community health center, or public health setting

• Experience treating Medicaid and uninsured pediatric populations

• Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Bengali)

• Familiarity with electronic dental records and quality reporting

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Eligibility for NHSC Loan Repayment Program

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and paid holidays

  • CME allowance and paid CME time

  • Malpractice insurance coverage

  • Retirement plan options

Work Environment

• Mission-driven, team-based care model

• Modern dental facilities with pediatric-friendly operatories

• Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional growth