Assistant Professor – General Dentist - Part-Time

Conduct teaching and patient care activities in the CDM Community-Based Dental Education (CBDE) curriculum, as well as scholarly and service activities in support of the mission, goals and objectives of the College and University

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.
Recognized knowledge and experience in a broad range of general dentistry diagnostic and treatment services.

Ability to communicate effectively to individuals and groups, both in writing and orally.

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.

Ability to effectively conduct detail-oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality.

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 in California.

Must have a valid Driver’s License
Must maintain a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) that satisfies the requirements of the WesternU Vehicle Use Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:
1Completion of a residency program in General Practice Residency or Advanced Education in General Dentistry

3-5 years of clinical practice experience.

Experience in supervising students and/or residents providing patient care in an academic setting.

Background in public health and community dentistry; comprehensive clinical experience spanning all ages (e.g. pediatric, geriatric, special health care needs); and experience in clinical practice and academics; and/or clinical research.

Bi-lingual helpful

List comments regarding work hours

Working Hours M-F 8am to 5pm with some evenings and weekends. Will be required to travel to School Based site currently located in Pomona and El Monte but subject to change.

Posting Date 01/07/2021 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants Essential Job Duties

Job Duty

General Responsibilities:
Promote, by words and action, an atmosphere of respect for individual dignity in the humanistic tradition of the University.

Promote, by precept and example, a general atmosphere within the College and University of respect for knowledge, thought and inquiry.

Promote the highest standards of ethics and professionalism.

Exhibit commitment to diversity and social justice.

Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of courses and academic programs within the College and University.

Percentage Of Time 5
Job Duty

Teaching:
This position holds teaching responsibilities in Community-Based Dental Education (CBDE) and as assigned. The faculty member will:

Assist in implementation and delivery of the CBDE and as assigned curriculum, provide clinical supervision and aid those aspects of student life which relate to the educational process.

Conduct preclinical and clinical assignments according to the published schedule.

Maintain intellectual integrity and strive for academic excellence.

Promote adequate standards of linguistic expression in writing and speech.

Maintain current records of the progress, including assessments, of each assigned student.

Assist with the implementation of the continuum of the dental students’ clinical experience from the foundational skills in the didactic curriculum to patient-centered care that integrates basic and behavioral science, as appropriate.

Percentage Of Time 55
Job Duty

Academic Advising:
Serve as a role model and mentor for students.

Advise students regarding individual progress and provide resources for improvement as appropriate

Percentage Of Time 10
Job Duty

Research:
Contribute as available to the research/scholarly activity program of the College.

Percentage Of Time 5
Job Duty

Service:
The faculty member has the right and obligation to participate in scheduled meetings of the general faculty.

Election to or appointment to College and/or University committees should be considered a privilege and faculty members are encouraged to share in these responsibilities.

Actively participate in appropriate professional societies and associations.

Percentage Of Time 10
Job Duty

Patient Care:
Participate in the provision of patient care services, as assigned, including:
Direct patient care that supports the
educational needs of the program;

Direct patient care to community members that may be too complex for students to provide; Direct patient care to community members consistent with the community service mission of the College and University
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 5
Physical Demands

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes
If yes, list maximum weight and duration

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to use hands and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, lift, and carry object no greater than 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and color vision, and ability to adjust focus. 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 position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties are normally performed in an office, laboratory or clinic setting. The noise level in these settings is usually moderate.

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Required License/Certification

Optional Documents

• Additional Applicant Document