MOSDOH - Clinical General Dentistry Faculty

A T Still University of Health Sciences; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A.T. Still University's Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-MOSDOH) seeks a full-time, exempt Clinical General Dentistry Faculty at the St. Louis Dental Center to supervise MOSDOH students in the Comprehensive Care Unit and provide patient care.

The position reports to the Director of Clinical Faculty and emphasizes continuity of care, quality assurance, and staff collaboration. Responsibilities include supervising students, maintaining Standards of Care, participating in quality

Qualifications

• Must hold a DDS or DMD degree.
• At least five years of teaching experience in a dental education setting.
• At least five years of private practice experience with active clinical dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Supervise MOSDOH students in the Comprehensive Care Unit to provide care to patient families.
• Maintain Standards of Care and ensure continuity of care for CCU patients.
• Participate in clinic quality assurance and continuous quality improvement measures.
• Work on the clinic floor 4–5 days per week depending on faculty practice day.
• Assist staff and faculty in training adjunct faculty for clinical calibration.
• Coordinate with staff to support patient service and performance evaluations.
• Complete administrative reports and ATSU-required employee training.
• Track student progress and collaborate with CCU Directors and Vice Dean on student needs.
• Ensure safety and effective communication among patients, students, and staff.

Skills

DDS/DMD required

Clinical teaching experience

General dentistry excellence

Team oriented

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree

Job description

Description

A.T. Still University's Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-MOSDOH) is seeking a full-time, exempt Clinical General Dentistry Faculty at the St. Louis Dental Center. The position reports to the Director of Clinical Faculty and is responsible for supervising MOSDOH students in the Comprehensive Care Unit (CCU) to provide care to their patient family.

Major Job Duties

• Supervise students in the comprehensive care unit to provide comprehensive care to their patient family.
• Maintain Standards of Care and ensure continuity of care for all patients in the CCU.
• Participate in clinic quality assurance and continuous quality improvement measures.
• Work on the clinic floor 4-5 days per week, depending on faculty practice day.
• Assist the staff, faculty, and administration in St. Louis and Kirksville to train adjunct faculty to achieve clinical calibration.
• Work with the dental assistant(s) and Patient Service Advocates and contribute to performance review evaluations in conjunction with the Vice Dean of Clinical Affairs and Advanced Dental Education.
• Coordinate with the Director of Clinical Faculty for staff leave (vacation, medical) and clinic floor coverage.
• Complete administrative reports as needed and all ATSU-required employee training (RET).
• Track student progress and collaborate with CCU Directors, Specialty Care Directors, and the Vice Dean of Clinical Affairs and Advanced Dental Education on student deficiencies.
• Assure patient, student, and staff safety and communication.
• Perform dental procedures on patients as needed.
• Serve on committees as assigned.
• Support/participate in an after-hours emergency care program as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Vice Dean of Clinical Affairs and Advanced Dental Education.
• Pre-doctoral Dental Program.
• Assure comprehensive care and continuity of care. Promote and support the General Dental Practice Model.

Skills and Requirements

• D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree required.
• At least five years experience in a dental teaching environment.
• At least five years experience in private practice where dentistry is performed.
• Must know dental practice operations.
• Must be highly skilled in general dentistry.
• Adaptable and motivated.
• Able to work independently.
• Team oriented.
• Personable.

Personal Characteristics

• Diplomacy is a must.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Team-oriented, strong mentoring, and personable.
• Excellent leadership skills.

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits.

A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.