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A dental resident is a licensed dentist who is undergoing advanced training in a specific area of dentistry, such as general practice, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, or another specialty, typically within a hospital or academic setting. Dental residency programs provide hands-on experience in treating complex cases, working with diverse patient populations, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. These programs usually last one to three years, depending on the specialty, and are designed to enhance clinical skills and knowledge beyond dental school.

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Work EnvironmentHospital or clinic-based, specialized trainingDental school clinics, supervised clinical practice
Employer & IndustryHospitals, dental schools, healthcare institutionsDental schools, academic clinics

Dental residents are licensed or licensure-eligible dentists undergoing specialized postgraduate training in hospitals or clinics. Dental interns are dental students or recent graduates gaining supervised clinical experience during or immediately after dental school. Both roles involve patient care, but residents focus on advanced training, while interns focus on foundational clinical skills.

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Dental Resident PL1 | 1

Children's Wisconsin

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Children's Wisconsin rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 66 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

257th of 1,054 rated hospitals

Job description

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.
Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.
We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.
Please follow this link for a closer look at what it's like to work at Children's Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/
Job Summary
Administratively reporting to the Director - Pediatric Dental Residency Program and the Medical Director - Children's Dental Center, the Dental Resident is responsible for carrying out the clinical, didactic and teaching functions outlined below.
Essential Functions
Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children's values and support our mission and vision.
Clinical
  • Understands and satisfies the needs of the neonatal, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent and/or adult patient in regards to their growth and development process.
  • Provides dental services to Children's Hospital of Wisconsin Dental Center patients at both the Sinai Health Center and the Children's Hospital locations as assigned. Participates in clinical rotation assignments as outlined in the dental residency program curriculum.
  • Provides inpatient consultations and inpatient care as requested by medical colleagues.
  • Provides after hour emergency care on an on-call basis as assigned.
  • Provides complex dental care to the very young and/or special needs child utilizing outpatient sedation and/or general anesthesia, while under the direct supervision of attending staff dentist.
  • Complies with all CHW and Dental Center policies and procedures, especially regarding patient registration, care documentation and billing, as well as safety, infection control and quality assurance.

Didactic
  • Attends and successfully completes courses provided by CHW staff and guest lecturers according to the curriculum established by the pediatric residency program and the American Dental Association.
  • Attends lectures, seminars and departmental meetings offered by the hospital.
  • Initiates a research project and/or data collection for future presentation.
    - Teaching
  • Participates in off-service teaching rotations of undergraduates at Marquette University Dental School.

Education Requirements:
  • Graduated Dental School with a degree of D.D.S. or D.M.D. Required
  • Completed the National Dental Board examinations Required

Licenses and Certifications:
  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council required
  • PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council required

Patient Care Responsibility
  • Provides care appropriate to patient population and as described in applicable policies and procedures.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.
Certifications/Licenses:
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council

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