Predoctoral Assistant, Associate, or Professor

University of Texas Health Science Center; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health San Antonio seeks a Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor (non-tenure track) to deliver comprehensive dental care and contribute to the school’s educational mission. The role includes direct patient care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and maintaining precise EHR records.

The position also involves course administration and instruction across preclinical and clinical settings, using diverse teaching methods.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from ADA-accredited school required.
• Texas dental license or eligibility required.
• AEGD or GPR training highly preferred.
• Extensive broad-based general dentistry clinical experience desirable.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care including diagnostic, preventive, and restorative treatments.
• Maintain accurate patient records in the EHR.
• Participate in departmental meetings related to clinical operations and patient management.
• Provide course administration and instruction in preclinical and clinical settings.
• Contribute to clinical practice of general dentistry.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Teamwork

Patient-centered care

Education

DDS or DMD (ADA-accredited)

Texas Dental license or eligibility

AEGD or GPR training preferred

Tools

EHR system

Job description

This role provides comprehensive dental services to patients while also supporting the educational mission of the school through collaboration in a dynamic clinical environment, though is not directly involved in supervision of students. The position will hold the title of a Clinical Assistant, Associate or Professor at Non-Tenure track level. Deliver direct patient care, including diagnostic, preventive, restorative, and other general dental treatments. Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of dental professionals to ensure exceptional patient outcomes. Maintain accurate patient records using the electronic health record (EHR) system. Follow established clinical guidelines and best practices to ensure optimal patient care and safety. Participate in departmental meetings related to clinical operations and patient management.

Academic rank and salary are commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications. The responsibilities of this position include course administration and instruction in preclinical courses and clinical settings. We employ a diverse range of teaching methods, including case-based instruction, group discussions, lectures, demonstrations, and simulations. Furthermore, the position entails participation in clinical practice of general dentistry.

UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.

Qualifications: Must have a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), from a ADA accredited dental school or foreign equivalent degree. In addition, they must hold a Texas Dental license or be eligible for licensure in Texas. Completion of an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) or General Practitioner (GPR) program is highly preferred. Extensive broad-based general dentistry clinical experience is also desirable. Strong clinical skills and commitment to delivering patient-centered care. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.