Assistant/Associate Professor - General Dentist- Full TIme

Job Summary

Supervise dental students in educational activities at WesternU College of Dental Medicine according to standards of the College of Dental Medicine (CDM) primarily in the preclinical setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Individuals must possess these skills, abilities and knowledge or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

1. Recognized knowledge and experience in a broad range of general dentistry diagnostic and treatment services.2. Ability to communicate effectively to individuals and groups, both in writing and orally.

3. Ability to interact in an effective and positive manner with individuals of diverse backgrounds, including administration, faculty, residents and / or students, staff, patients, and outside contacts.

4. Ability to effectively conduct detail-oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality.5. Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities in an academic environment.

Required Qualifications Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or equivalent.Active California dental license or be qualified to obtain licensure or faculty special permit inCalifornia.

Must have a valid Driver’s LicenseMust maintain a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) that satisfies the requirements of the WesternU Vehicle Preferred Qualifications 1.

Completion of a CODA-accredited Prosthodontics residency program.2. Specialty Board Certification or Eligibility3. Minimum 3 years of clinical practice experience.

4. Experience in supervising students and / or residents in a preclinical and / or clinical academic setting List comments regarding work hours Usual hours are Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm with the possibility of an earlier or later start time.

Evening or weekends may be required. Maybe be required to travel to CDM sites including but not limited to sites located in Pomona, El Monte, Chino Hills, and Rancho Mirage.

Posting Date 03 / 14 / 2024 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants Essential Job Duties Job Duty Teaching 1. Supervise, assist, and teach students in diagnosis, treatment planning, and performance of all phases of general dentistry including digital dentistry, removable prosthodontics, endodontics, surgical extractions, and treatment of medically complex patients, primarily in a preclinical environment.

2. Provide instruction and supervise oral health care in a peer-to-peer clinical setting.3. Serve as a role model and mentor for students, providing feedback on individual performance and resources for improvement as appropriate.

4. Mentor assigned dental students, primarily from the D1 and D2 year classes, through role modeling professionalism, advising, teaching, facilitating group discussion, and providing assessment in the preclinical program.

5. Maintain calibration with and set an example for students by following CDM clinical and administrative protocols and procedures.

6. Assist with the implementation of an efficient, educational program by creating simulation assignments and learning activities in area of expertise or interest, that supports the educational mission and financial objectives of the College.

7. Maintain intellectual integrity and strive for academic excellence.8. Set an example of professional and humanistic behavior.

9. Display excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Percentage Of Time 70 Job Duty Scholarship 1. Participate in relevant professional development activities and maintain continuing education as needed for licensure.

2. Utilize evidence-based or scientifically founded information and pedagogical techniques while fulfilling assigned teaching and clinical supervision duties.

3. Participate in presentation or publication of creative scholarly activity where appropriate and where the opportunity exists.

Percentage Of Time 10 Job Duty Research 1. Participate as appropriate and as time permits in research projects, studies and surveys which are conducted in accord with University and College research plans and objectives.

Service 5% 1. Serve on appropriate College and University committees as assigned.2. Participate in service to the profession and / or community service activities as assigned.

Percentage Of Time 5 Job Duty Service

1. Serve on appropriate College and University committees as assigned.

2. Participate in service to the profession and / or community service activities as assigned.

Percentage Of Time 5 Job Duty Clinical / Professional Practice

1. Maintain proficiency in the use of electronic health records.

2. Participate in the credentialing / privileging process

Percentage Of Time 5 Job Duty Other Duties as Assigned :

This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties for this position. The College of Dental Medicine reserves the right to add or change duties at any time. Percentage Of Time 5