Dental Outreach Clinic Volunteer Affiliate Faculty (Continuous Recruitment)

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Job ID

330491

Location

Twin Cities

Job Family

Academic

Full / Part Time

Part-Time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Code

9403A

Employee Class

Instr Fac / TC and Coord Cmp

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About the Job

Dental Outreach Clinic Volunteer Affiliate Faculty are responsible for overseeing, teaching, and directing pre-doctoral students in the comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, treatment and management of patients.

These volunteer positions are for dentists who work in paid positions at dental clinics that are affiliated with the School of Dentistry.

These volunteer positions support Group Leaders from the School of Dentistry in evaluating the clinical and professional development of students.

Applicants must be competent in all aspects of general dentistry that are taught to our students, including specialty care provided by general dentists.

Dental Outreach Clinic Volunteer Affiliate Faculty are expected to support all clinical policies and procedures of the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, and to attend the Annual Outreach Dental Review to stay up to date with the SOD policies, teaching methods, and best practices.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

• DDS, DMD or equivalent degree
• License to practice dentistry in the state where care is being provided OR licensed to practice dentistry within the Federal system
• In good standing with the Board of Dentistry in their state of practice, or state of licensure for Federal appointments
• Three or more years' experience in the practice of general dentistry

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience in clinical or preclinical teaching
• Experience in a community outreach setting
• AEGD or GPR certificate

About the Department

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state's only dental school and the only dental school in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest.

We are a regional resource to five states for dental education, consulting services, patient treatment, and ongoing continuing dental education.

The School of Dentistry educates general dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists , dental educators and research-scientists.

For more than two decades, we've offered specialty training in six ADA-recognized specialties : Endodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Periodontics and Prosthodontics.

We also offer an advanced education program in TMD and orofacial pain, oral biology, dental hygiene, and oral health for older adults.

Dentists who are graduates of dental schools outside of the United States and Canada wishing to practice in the United States train here, as well.

A novel, interdisciplinary Dentist-Scientist Training Program rounds out our educational offerings.

Our work affects nearly every person in Minnesota. We educate 73% of the state's practicing dentists , 68% of Minnesota's licensed dental therapists, and 49% of its dental hygiene educators.

Our researchers develop and test dental materials used by every dentist in the state and around the world.

Our students and faculty treat patients : 105,260 patient-visits each year in our Twin Cities' campus clinics and 48,700 in outreach sites located in underserved communities throughout the state.

We provide continuing dental education for 7,100 practicing dental professionals each year.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.

You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.

The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

To learn more about diversity at the U : http : / / diversity.umn.edu.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here.

Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research.

Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St.

Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.