General Dentist (Pediatric Focus) | Pasadena, TX

Dentist (Pediatric) - Job Overview

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on community health while growing both personally and professionally? At Legacy Community Health, we believe in providing exceptional care through compassion and collaboration. Our team is looking for a passionate Staff Dentist who is eager to be part of a dynamic and supportive environment.

• Role Highlights: Provide comprehensive dental care to our diverse patient population.
• Work Environment: Join a team that values relationships, mentorship, and personal fulfillment.
• Impact: Play a crucial role in enhancing community healthcare and improving patients' lives.
• Growth Opportunities: Access to loan repayment programs and continual professional development.
• Collaboration: Work alongside a dedicated team committed to excellence and innovation in healthcare.

• →Provide quality dental care to all patients of Legacy Community Health Services.
• →Maintain the highest standards of dental practice, ethics, and professionalism.
• →Collaborate with the Director of Dental Services to establish dental policies and quality improvement procedures.
• →Evaluate and recommend improvements for patient flow, dental records, billing, and appointment practices.
• →Supervise, train, and educate dental ancillary staff on policies, procedures, and protocols.
• →Participate in emergency call schedules as established by the Dental Director.
• →Engage in community health events, such as school screenings and health fairs.
• →Contribute to the Performance Improvement Program.
• →Perform other duties as assigned.

• Graduate from an accredited dental school.
• Must have a Texas dental license.
• Provider shall obtain, maintain and participate in the Medicare and Medicaid Programs, workers compensation, other federal and state reimbursement programs, and the payment plan of any commercial insurer, health maintenance organization, preferred provider organization, accountable health plan, and other health benefit program requested by Legacy.
• "3" years of professional clinical dental experience in practicing dentistry (post Residency)
• Authoritative knowledge of the practice and techniques of dentistry as a general practitioner in a community health center is highly desirable.
• Must be able to manage multiple deadlines and decision-making responsibilities.
• Knowledge of Spanish is preferred.

At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.