MOSDOH - Clinical General Dentistry Faculty

A T Still University of Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A.T. Still University Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health in St. Louis seeks a full-time, exempt Clinical General Dentistry Faculty to supervise MOSDOH students in the Comprehensive Care Unit and provide patient care.

The role reports to the Director of Clinical Faculty and requires extensive experience in dental education and private practice. Responsibilities include quality assurance, clinic operation, staff coordination, and training adjunct faculty.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD 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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise MOSDOH students in the Comprehensive Care Unit to provide comprehensive care.
• 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 staff, faculty, and administration in St. Louis and Kirksville to train adjunct faculty to achieve clinical calibration.
• Coordinate with the Director of Clinical Faculty for staff leave and clinic floor coverage.
• Complete administrative reports and ATSU-required employee training.
• Track student progress and collaborate with CCU Directors and Vice Dean on student deficiencies.

Skills

General dentistry

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Leadership

Education

DDS or DMD 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.

Requirements

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.