Associate/Assistant Professor
Pomona, CA, United States
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Function
Function College of Dental Medicine
Family
Family Instruction
Classification Series Details Faculty
Full Salary Range
Minimum
Minimum $115,000.00
Maximum
Maximum $120,273.44
Expected Pay Scale
Minimum
Minimum $115,000.00
Maximum
Maximum $120,273.44
Posting Number
Posting Number F00673
Position Title
Campus
Campus Western University Campus-Pomona, CA
Department
Department 1901-College of Dental Medicine
Type of Position
Type of Position Faculty
Job Summary
Supervise dental students and/or residents in patient care activities at WesternU The Dental Center or other CDM locations. Working with clinic administration, ensure an efficient, humanistic and patient-centered clinic operation providing high quality care to patients. Educate students according to standards of the College of Dental Medicine ( CDM ). Provide direct treatment to patients in a broad range of general dentistry services as required for operational success. This is a full-time position in conjunction with an administrative appoitment.
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
1. Doctor of Dental Surgery ( DDS ) or Doctor of Dental Medicine ( DMD ) or equivalent.
2. Active California dental license or be qualified to obtain licensure or faculty special permit in California.
3. Must have a valid Driver’s License
4. Must maintain a Motor Vehicle Report ( MVR ) that satisfies the requirements of the WesternU Vehicle Use Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Completion of a residency program in General Practice Residency or Advanced Education in General Dentistry.
2. Minimum 3 years of clinical practice experience.
3. Experience in supervising students and/or residents providing patient care in an academic setting.
List comments regarding work hours
Hours are usually 8am-to5pm with a possibility of an earlier start. Some evenings and weekends may be required. Travel between CDM Clinical sites currently located but not limited to Pomona, El Monte, Chino Hills, and Rancho Mirage may be required.
Posting Date
Posting Date 04/05/2024
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Job Duty
Teaching:
1. Supervise, assist, and teach students and/or residents 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.
2. Serve as a role model and mentor for students and/or residents, providing feedback on individual performance and resources for improvement as appropriate.
3. Maintain calibration with and set an example for students and/or residents by following CDM clinical and administrative protocols and procedures.
4. Assist with the implementation of an efficient, patient-centered dental practice that supports the educational mission and financial objectives of the College.
5. Maintain intellectual integrity and strive for academic excellence.
6. Set an example of professional and humanistic behavior.
7. Display excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Percentage Of Time
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
Percentage Of Time 5
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.
Percentage Of Time
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
Percentage Of Time 5
Job Duty
Clinical/Professional Practice
1. Provide direct patient care in support of the clinical and educational missions of the College to allow the College to offer care to the community that may be too complex for students and/or residents, as a demonstration for student and/or resident learning, and to develop a patient population that will support the educational needs of the students and/or residents.
2. Maintain proficiency in the use of electronic health records.
3. Participate in the credentialing / privileging process, Quality Assurance Program, and treatment outcomes monitoring and evaluation systems related to patient care.
Percentage Of Time
Percentage Of Time 10
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
Percentage Of Time 5
Physical Demands Physical Demands
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? No
If yes, list maximum weight and duration
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, sit and operate a motor vehicle. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must infrequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth vision, and ability to adjust focus, and adequate vision to allow for the safe operation of a motor vehicle.
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must maintain Motor Vehicle Report ( MVR ) that satisfies the requirements of the WesternU Vehicle Use Policy
Describe Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Duties are routinely performed in an environmentally controlled interior healthcare office. Work environment may involve exposure to potentially dangerous materials, e.g., blood and body fluids, communicable diseases toxic substances, and ionizing radiation. Clinical environments require compliance with safety precautions, OSHA Blood borne pathogen training, and may include the use of certain personal protective equipment.
Duties are normally performed in a large multi-chaired clinic. The noise level in this setting is usually moderate due to the open design of the clinic.
Required Documents Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Required License/Certification
Optional Documents Additional Applicant Document
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you hold an active California dental license or are you qualified to obtain licensure or Special Faculty Permit in California? Yes
No
* Do you have a valid driver license? Yes
No
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