Program Coordinator II

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rural Health Teledentistry - Comprehensive Dental Mobile Unit Coordinator at the University of Kentucky oversees coordination of teledentistry projects and the mobile dental unit across Kentucky to strengthen rural health collaborations.

In this role, you will work with healthcare partners, provide technical assistance, manage programs, and disseminate rural health information to improve access and outcomes in rural communities.

Qualifications

• MA degree required.
• Experience with rural health networks/clinics.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Rural Health Teledentistry programs statewide.
• Provide technical assistance to partner organizations.
• Foster information sharing and partnerships among rural health stakeholders.
• Support workforce development and dissemination of rural health information.

Education

MA

Job description

Working Title Rural Health Teledentistry - Comprehensive Dental Mobile Unit Coordinator

Department Name

Department Name 7A880:Division of Public Health Dent

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 44

Salary Range

Salary Range $44,678-71,469/year

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

MA

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting / Standing for long periods of time.

Shift

M-F 8a-5p and occasional as needed weekends and special events.

Job Summary

The Rural Health Coordinator (College of Dentistry) serves a critical role in advancing rural health initiatives via Teledentistry/ Comprehensive Mobile Dental Unit across Kentucky by coordinating projects, providing technical assistance, facilitating information sharing, and strengthening partnerships among rural health stakeholders. This position supports the College of Dentistry mission through project management, workforce development activities, dissemination of rural health information, and coordination of statewide and national rural health efforts. The position works closely with healthcare organizations, community partners, government agencies, and national rural health organizations to improve access to care and health outcomes in rural communities.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Experience with rural health networks/clinics

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 09/23/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please describe your experience working with rural health networks, clinics, and hospitals.

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