Pediatric Dentist
$202.7k - $288.5k/yr+ Student loan repayment program + 403(b) employer match
Mid
Bachelor's, MD
Coeur d'Alene, ID, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryDental
About the job
Requirements
- A DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school is required.
- Successful completion of an ADA-accredited Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry Program is preferred; Board Eligible or Certified status is preferred.
- A current Idaho dental license, or eligibility to obtain one by the start date, is required.
- A DEA license, Idaho Controlled Substance Registration, NPI number, and active BLS certification are required.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered if directly related to the job's functions and responsibilities.
- Proficiency in diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontal, oral surgery, and sedation or behavior-management techniques for pediatric and special-needs populations is required.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills are required, along with the ability to interact diplomatically across diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
- Strong time-management and multitasking skills are required in a high-volume, fast-paced community health environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive, quality-oriented, and cost-effective dental care to pediatric and special-needs patients, including patients requiring minimal sedation or behavior management.
- Conduct comprehensive, periodic, and limited oral examinations using diagnostic adjuncts such as x-rays and photographs for routine and emergency care.
- Deliver preventive dental care, including prophylaxis, topical fluoride or varnish application, oral hygiene instruction, nutritional counseling, sealants, and construction of space maintainers.
- Perform restorative dentistry, including composite resins, crowns, stainless steel crowns, post-and-core build-ups, and uncomplicated endodontics.
- Provide periodontal diagnosis, scaling and root planing, and limited periodontal surgical procedures.
- Perform oral surgery procedures, including simple extractions, surgical extraction of erupted teeth, and limited soft-tissue or root recovery impactions.
- Review medical histories, consult with primary care providers, diagnose dental conditions, formulate written treatment plans, and prescribe appropriate medications and anesthetics.
- See and treat an assigned patient volume, such as 20–30 patients per clinical day or shift, and take inpatient calls as assigned.
- Provide patient-centered care, build dentist-patient-parent relationships, and encourage treatment compliance.
- Explain treatment options to patients or guardians, solicit their input, and obtain agreement.
- Manage difficult or anxious situations with empathy, listening skills, and diplomatic communication while delivering customer service.
- Collaborate with dental, medical, pediatric, and family practice staff in support of the Integrative Health Home Model.
- Directly supervise and guide the dental auxiliary team, including hygienists, dental assistants, and front desk staff.
- Maintain accurate and timely patient chart documentation, referrals, pre-authorizations, and laboratory case follow-ups.
- Maintain a hazard-free environment, report safety issues promptly, and potentially serve on an emergency response team.
- Comply with OSHA, HIPAA, U.S. Department of Education resident/student privacy, and Joint Commission Certification standards.
- Participate in the Quality Assurance program, peer review processes, and staff or committee meetings.
- Maintain professional licensure, credentials, DEA registration, and required safety and infection-control certifications.
- Use health center equipment, supplies, and operating software or systems judiciously.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned and maintain regular, predictable attendance.
- Represent Heritage Health positively in the community and serve as an informational resource.
- Participate in health outreach initiatives, community events, and professional associations, including the ADA and AAPD, to promote oral health awareness and the organization's reputation.
Desired Qualifications
- Board Eligible or Certified status in pediatric dentistry.
About the company
Heritage Health is North Idaho's largest federally qualified health center, providing medical, dental, and behavioral health care across the Coeur d'Alene region for over 40 years. Services include primary care, pediatrics, psychiatric and neurobehavioral therapy, substance use recovery, dental care, and an on-site pharmacy at multiple locations. Patients can reach the organization through a 24-hour nurse hotline, an online portal, self-scheduling, and provider messaging, with sliding-fee discounts and scholarships for those who qualify. What sets Heritage Health apart is its integrated, patient-centered medical home model uniting physical, dental, and behavioral health under one nonprofit system. The goal is to improve the health and quality of life of every patient it serves.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Aurora, Colorado
Founded
2007
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Heritage Health broke ground on phase two February 5, 2026, signaling active expansion.
- Coeur d'Alene Pediatrics joined Heritage Health June 17, 2026, strengthening referrals and retention.
- September 2026 job postings for 47 roles show hiring momentum across clinical and support functions.
What critics are saying
- Independent pediatric practices keep consolidating; Heritage Health must absorb integration complexity by 2026.
- Heritage Health still depends on reimbursement-sensitive community care, exposing margins to Idaho payer pressure.
- Phase-two expansion at 3700 W. Seltice Way raises execution risk if patient demand softens.
What makes Heritage Health unique
- Heritage Health merged with Coeur d'Alene Pediatrics in 2026, broadening integrated pediatric care.
- Heritage Health offers medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services under one system.
- Heritage Health supports Medicaid and uninsured families across Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Rathdrum, and Kellogg.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Loan Repayment