Part-Time Attending Dentist in Special Needs Clinic

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a part-time general dentist to join the Pamela Kaminski clinic for Adults with Special Health Care Needs (SHCN). The role sits in the Division of Population Oral Health and grows dental students’ experience in caring for adults with SHCN across South Carolina.

Attending faculty in 28 hours weekly, the position emphasizes specialized procedures, operating room care when needed, and collaborative treatment planning with medical and dental colleagues.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree.
• Hospital credentials: OR privileges credentialing requirements.
• State licensure eligibility in South Carolina.
• Experience with patients with special healthcare needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat dental conditions in SHCN patients.
• Perform dental procedures in complex cases in an operating room setting.
• Collaborate with medical/dental specialists for comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families on oral health and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Special needs dentistry

Team collaboration

Patient communication

Empathy

Education

DDS or DMD

SC licensure eligibility

Hospital credentials (OR privileges)

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a part-time general dentist to join the Pamela Kaminski clinic for Adults with Special Health Care Needs (SHCN). The role sits in the Division of Population Oral Health and grows dental students’ experience in caring for adults with SHCN across South Carolina.

Attending faculty in 28 hours weekly, the position emphasizes specialized procedures, operating room care when needed, and collaborative treatment planning with medical and dental colleagues.