Job Details: Job Location: Via Care - Admin Office - Los Angeles, CA, Salary Range: $95.00 - $115.00Hourly, JOB SUMMARY The Pediatric Dentist provides high-quality, patient-centered dental care to infants, children, and adolescents within Via Care Community Health Center's integrated healthcare model. This position is responsible for promoting oral health and improving health outcomes for diverse and underserved populations through preventive, diagnostic, and restorative dental services. The Pediatric Dentist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats oral health conditions while developing individualized treatment plans that support long-term oral health and overall well-being. A significant focus of this role is providing compassionate, developmentally appropriate care to children with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs). The Pediatric Dentist works collaboratively with medical, behavioral health, care management, and NDD program staff to deliver coordinated, whole-person care and ensure a positive patient experience. This provider must be comfortable adapting clinical approaches, communication methods, and behavior guidance techniques to meet the unique needs of each patient while educating families on preventive oral health practices and fostering a welcoming, child-friendly environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a provider who is passionate about expanding access to quality dental care and improving health outcomes for children of all abilities in a mission-driven community health setting.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide comprehensive pediatric dental care, including examinations, preventive services, restorations, extractions, pulpotomies, stainless steel crowns, space maintainers, and other age-appropriate dental procedures. Evaluate and diagnose oral diseases, dental caries, developmental abnormalities, infections, injuries, and other conditions affecting the oral health of pediatric patients. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote long-term oral health and address each patient's unique needs. Provide dental care to children with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs), utilizing appropriate communication strategies, behavior guidance techniques, and individualized approaches to support positive patient experiences and successful treatment outcomes. Collaborate with Neurodevelopmental Disorder (NDD) program staff, caregivers, and interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate care, address barriers to treatment, and support continuity of services for pediatric patients with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs). Deliver preventive and educational services to patients and families, including oral hygiene instruction, dietary counseling, fluoride recommendations, and anticipatory guidance. Assess the growth and development of the dentition and provide recommendations for interceptive treatment, referrals, or specialty care when indicated. Provide compassionate and developmentally appropriate care that promotes patient comfort, reduces anxiety, and encourages positive lifelong oral health habits. Refer patients requiring advanced specialty services and coordinate care with outside providers to ensure continuity of treatment. Collaborate with medical, behavioral health, and care management teams to support Via Care's integrated, patient-centered approach to healthcare. Support the organization's mission of improving access to quality healthcare services for medically underserved and vulnerable populations. Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical records in accordance with organizational policies, FQHC requirements, regulatory standards, and professional guidelines. Ensure compliance with infection control, quality assurance, risk management, and patient safety protocols. Exercise direct supervision of assigned dental assistants and work collaboratively with hygienists and other dental support staff to ensure efficient clinic operations and high-quality patient care. Participate in provider meetings, case reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and organizational trainings. Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and evidence-based practices in pediatric dentistry through continuing education and professional development. Foster a welcoming, child-centered environment that supports an exceptional patient and family experience. Perform other duties as assigned by the Dental Director. Qualifications: Experience providing dental care to children with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs), developmental disabilities, behavioral health conditions, or other special healthcare needs preferred. Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school. Current and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of California. Completion of a pediatric dentistry residency program. Board certification or eligibility in pediatric dentistry. Current CPR/BLS certification. Strong clinical skills and experience in pediatric dental care, including treatment of children with special healthcare needs preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to children and their families. Commitment to providing care to underserved and diverse populations. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, patient-centered environment. Experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), community health center, or similar setting preferred. Bilingual in Spanish is strongly preferred.   SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Excellent driving record and automobile insurance coverage. Subject to a criminal background check prior to employment. TB clearance, to be renewed every year. Vaccines and boosters as needed.   Compliance with all mandated vaccinations and all boosters is a term and condition of employment.   Equal Opportunity Statement Via Care Community Health Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Via Care Community Health Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.    In compliance with California Labor Code § 432.3, as amended effective January 1, 2026, this job posting includes the pay scale for the position. The pay scale represents a good‑faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage range the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. Actual compensation within the posted range will depend on experience, skills, and internal equity.