Job description
Overview
Join Our Exceptional Dental Team! Are you a passionate, dedicated professional looking to make a significant impact on patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment? Look no further!
About Us
We are a thriving pediatric dental practice committed to providing top-notch dental care to our community. With state-of-the-art facilities and a focus on patient comfort and satisfaction, we pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive dental services with a personal touch. Our team is comprised of skilled professionals who share a common goal of excellence in dentistry and compassionate patient care.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation package. Supportive work environment with modern facilities and advanced technology. Opportunities for mentorship and career growth. A diverse patient population and rewarding clinical experiences. Join Our Team: If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a dynamic team committed to excellence, we want to hear from you!
Apply now by submitting your CV or resume and optional cover letter outlining why you're the perfect fit for this position. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a practice that values your skills and contributions. Join us in making a positive difference in the lives of our patients!
Responsibilities
Conduct oral examinations to evaluate the restriction of lingual and labial frena. Assess impact of tongue-ties on speech articulation, swallowing, feeding, and resting posture. Design pre-operative programs using myofunctional therapy to improve tongue mobility before surgery. Deliver post-operative therapy to prevent scar tissue reattachment and maximize tongue range of motion.
Retrain oral muscles to eliminate compensatory speech habits and improper swallowing patterns. Coordinate patient care directly with dentists, oral surgeons, and orthodontists. Consult with team to help determine the timing and necessity of a frenectomy. Train patients and caregivers on required daily home stretching and exercise protocols.
Document treatment notes including initial evaluations, daily progress, and discharge summaries.
Qualifications
Active state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) in good standing. Specialized certification in Orofacial Myology (COM) or advanced myofunctional therapy training. Two years experience evaluating and treating ankyloglossia (tongue-tie) and related oral restrictions.
Clinical proficiency in pre- and post-operative frenectomy rehabilitation care. Pediatric experience with tethered oral tissues (TOTs) and pediatric feeding disorders. Strong collaborative skills for working alongside dentists, orthodontists, and oral surgeons. Accurate documentation skills for maintaining electronic health and dental records.
You will be responsible for the following: Conduct oral examinations to evaluate the restriction of lingual and labial frena. Assess impact of tongue-ties on speech articulation, swallowing, feeding, and resting posture. Design pre-operative programs using myofunctional therapy to improve tongue mobility before surgery.
Deliver post-operative therapy to prevent scar tissue reattachment and maximize tongue range of motion. Retrain oral muscles to eliminate compensatory speech habits and improper swallowing patterns. Coordinate patient care directly with dentists, oral surgeons, and orthodontists. Consult with team to help determine the timing and necessity of a frenectomy.
Train patients and caregivers on required daily home stretching and exercise protocols. Document treatment notes including initial evaluations, daily progress, and discharge summaries. You will be required to possess the following: Active state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) in good standing.
Specialized certification in Orofacial Myology (COM) or advanced myofunctional therapy training. Two years experience evaluating and treating ankyloglossia (tongue-tie) and related oral restrictions. Clinical proficiency in pre- and post-operative frenectomy rehabilitation care. Pediatric experience with tethered oral tissues (TOTs) and pediatric feeding disorders.
Strong collaborative skills for working alongside dentists, orthodontists, and oral surgeons. Accurate documentation skills for maintaining electronic health and dental records.