Description
Job Summary:
Pediatric dentist experienced in pediatric care, behavior management, preventive and restorative treatments, and parental guidance.
Key Highlights:
1. Dental diagnosis and treatment for children and adolescents.
2. Management of child behavior using positive communication techniques.
3. Parental guidance on caries prevention and oral habits.
Main Responsibilities
* Perform dental diagnoses, develop treatment plans, and carry out dental procedures for children and adolescents.
* Implement age-appropriate preventive (e.g., fluoridation, sealants, prophylaxis) and restorative treatments.
* Manage child behavior using positive communication techniques to build patient trust and cooperation.
* Provide guidance to parents and guardians on caries prevention, malocclusion, and oral habits.
* Coordinate interdisciplinary consultations with other dental specialties (e.g., orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery).
* Ensure compliance with biosafety standards and pediatric care protocols.
* Participate in dental health promotion and prevention campaigns for children organized by the clinic.
* Maintain detailed and up-to-date clinical records and treatment documentation.
* Train auxiliary staff in pediatric patient management and clinical support protocols.
Requirements
* **Academic Qualification:** Degree in Dental Surgery with specialization or master’s degree in Pediatric Dentistry.
* **Experience:** Minimum 2 years of experience in pediatric dental care.
* **Knowledge:**
* Techniques for managing child behavior.
* Preventive and restorative treatments for children.
* Preventive dentistry and basic maxillary orthopedics.
* Biosafety standards and radiology applied to children.
* **Skills:**
* Empathy, patience, and service orientation.
* Ability to build trust with patients and their families.
* Clear and didactic communication.
* Interdisciplinary teamwork.
Core Competencies
* Patient-centered orientation.
* Friendly and warm interpersonal approach.
* Responsibility and commitment.
* Adaptability to diverse ages and personalities.
* Preventive and educational focus.
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: S/.2,000.00 \- S/.5,000.00 per month
Work Location: On-site employment